How to Pronounce "bless"
word
/ˈbɫɛs/
bles
/blˈɛs/
bles
Definition
To ask God or a holy power to protect, help, or favor someone or something. It can also be used more generally to mean bringing goodness, approval, or special goodness into a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɫɛs/
British English
/blˈɛs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bles
UK
bles
Listen in Context
The priest blessed the baby at the church.
Before dinner, my grandmother blessed the food.
May God bless your family.
Oh, bless you for helping me carry these boxes.