How to Pronounce "pains"

word

/ˈpeɪnz/

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/pˈeɪnz/

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Definition

'Pains' usually means physical aches in more than one part of the body. It can also refer to strong efforts or trouble taken to do something.

American English

/ˈpeɪnz/

British English

/pˈeɪnz/

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He often complains about back pains after a long day at work.

Cold weather sometimes causes joint pains.

She took great pains to make the party perfect.

All those late nights gave him bad stomach pains.