How to Pronounce "molasses"
word
məˈɫæsəz
muh-LAS-iz
məlˈæsɪz
muh-LAS-iz
Definition
A thick, dark, sweet syrup made from sugar during the process of refining sugarcane or sugar beets. It's often used in baking, cooking, and sometimes as a sweetener.
IPA Transcription
American English
məˈɫæsəz
British English
məlˈæsɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-LAS-iz
UK
muh-LAS-iz
Listen in Context
She poured molasses on her pancakes.
The recipe calls for a cup of molasses.
Cookies made with molasses have a rich flavor.
When it's cold outside, molasses gets even thicker and harder to pour.