How to Pronounce Trace

To pronounce "trace", say TRAC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /tɹeɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/tɹeɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trace”

"trace" has 2 syllables: trac-e. It rhymes with base and case, if that helps it stick.

What does trace mean?

noun

  1. An act of tracing.

    “Your cell phone company can put a trace on your line.”

  2. An enquiry sent out for a missing article, such as a letter or an express package.

Synonyms

tracktrail

Words that rhyme with trace

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

basecaseembracepaceaceshowcasefacespacedisgraceapaceeffacebrace

Related words

followretracetouchdelineateoutlinedescribedrawhint

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trace"?▾

"Trace" has 2 syllables: trac · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "trace"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trace" is /tɹeɪs/.

What does "trace" mean?▾

Trace: An act of tracing.

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