How to Pronounce "states"
word
/ˈsteɪts/
stayts
/stˈeɪts/
stayts
Definition
As a noun, 'states' usually means political regions in a country, especially in countries like the US, or independent countries in formal contexts. As a verb, it is the third-person singular form of 'state' and means to say or express something clearly and formally.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsteɪts/
British English
/stˈeɪts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
stayts
UK
stayts
Listen in Context
Texas is one of the largest states in the US.
The map shows all fifty states.
The report states that sales are growing.
Different states have different tax rules.