How to Pronounce Akin

To pronounce "akin", say AK-in — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈkɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/əˈkɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “akin”

"akin" has 2 syllables: ak-in. It rhymes with grin and chagrin, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: aickin, aiken — easy to mix up when writing.

What does akin mean?

adjective

  1. (of persons) Of the same kin; related by blood.
  2. (often followed by to) Allied by nature; similar; partaking of the same properties; of the same kind.

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Words that rhyme with akin

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grinchagrinlinchpinthinkinshinskinbeginunderpinwithindignetailspin

Related words

kindredcognateconsanguineousconsanguinekinsimilarrelatedblood-related

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "akin"?▾

"Akin" has 2 syllables: ak · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "akin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "akin" is /əˈkɪn/.

What does "akin" mean?▾

Akin: (of persons) Of the same kin; related by blood.

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