How to Pronounce Zones

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

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ZON-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “zones”

"zones" has 2 syllables: zon-es. It rhymes with jones and homophones, if that helps it stick.

What does zones mean?

noun

Each of the five regions of the earth's surface into which it was divided by climatic differences, namely the torrid zone (between the tropics), two temperate zones (between the tropics and the polar circles), and two frigid zones (within the polar circles).
Any given region or area of the world.

verb

To divide into or assign sections or areas.
“Please zone off our staging area, a section for each group.”
To define the property use classification of an area.
“This area was zoned for industrial use.”

Synonyms

area belt district region section sector sphere territory doze off zone out

Words that rhyme with zones

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

jones homophones milestones moans intones hormones overtones loans cobblestones owns scones cheekbones

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "zones"?▾

"Zones" has 2 syllables: zon · es.

What does "zones" mean?▾

Zones: Each of the five regions of the earth's surface into which it was divided by climatic differences, namely the torrid zone (between the tropics), two temperate zones (between the tropics and the polar circles), and two frigid zones (within the polar circles).

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