How to Pronounce Wishes

To pronounce "wishes", say WISH-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwɪʃɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈwɪʃɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wishes”

"wishes" has 2 syllables: wish-es. It rhymes with dishes and fishes, if that helps it stick.

What does wishes mean?

noun

  1. A desire, hope, or longing for something or for something to happen.
  2. An expression of such a desire, often connected with ideas of magic and supernatural power.

verb

  1. To desire; to want.

    “I'll come tomorrow, if you wish it.”

  2. To hope (+ object clause with may or in present subjunctive).

Words that rhyme with wishes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dishesfishesmilitiasswishespipefishesjewfishes

Related words

wantcomplimentswilllikeregardcarebidagrees

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wishes"?▾

"Wishes" has 2 syllables: wish · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "wishes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wishes" is /ˈwɪʃɪz/.

What does "wishes" mean?▾

Wishes: A desire, hope, or longing for something or for something to happen.

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