How to Pronounce Urges

To pronounce "urges", say URG-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

URG-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “urges”

"urges" has 2 syllables: urg-es. It rhymes with emerges and dirges, if that helps it stick.

What does urges mean?

noun

  1. A strong desire; an itch to do something.

verb

  1. To press; to push; to drive; to impel; to force onward.
  2. To press the mind or will of; to ply with motives, arguments, persuasion, or importunity.

Synonyms

animateencourageimpelinciteinstigatestimulate

Words that rhyme with urges

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

emergesdirgespurgessurgesdivergesscourgessplurgesberges

Related words

cheerinspirerecommendimpulseexhortpressitchadvocate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "urges"?▾

"Urges" has 2 syllables: urg · es.

What does "urges" mean?▾

Urges: A strong desire; an itch to do something.

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