How to Pronounce Treasure

To pronounce "treasure", say TREAS-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹɛʒə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹɛʒə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “treasure”

"treasure" has 3 syllables: treas-ur-e. It rhymes with pleasure and measure, if that helps it stick.

What does treasure mean?

noun

  1. A collection of valuable things; accumulated wealth; a stock of money, jewels, etc.
  2. Anything greatly valued.

verb

  1. (of a person or thing) To consider to be precious; to value highly.

    “Oh, this ring is beautiful! I’ll treasure it forever.”

  2. To store or stow in a safe place.

Synonyms

cherish

Antonyms

despise

Words that rhyme with treasure

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pleasuremeasuredispleasurecountermeasureleasure

Related words

valueprizeappreciatecherishgemtrovehoard

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "treasure"?▾

"Treasure" has 3 syllables: treas · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "treasure"?▾

The IPA transcription of "treasure" is /ˈtɹɛʒə/.

What does "treasure" mean?▾

Treasure: A collection of valuable things; accumulated wealth; a stock of money, jewels, etc.

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