How to Pronounce Ent

To pronounce "ent", say ENT — one syllable, IPA /ɛnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɛnt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ent”

"ent" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

What does ent mean?

noun

  1. A fictional, large, humanoid, mobile talking tree in works by J. R. R. Tolkien.

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Words that rhyme with ent

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lamentaugmentcontentpresentdiscontentdissenttormentassentrepentcircumventrepresentmalcontent

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ent"?▾

"Ent" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ent" is /ɛnt/.

What does "ent" mean?▾

Ent: A fictional, large, humanoid, mobile talking tree in works by J. R. R. Tolkien.

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