How to Pronounce Amen

To pronounce "amen", say AM-en — 2 syllables, IPA /eɪˈmɛn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/eɪˈmɛn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “amen”

"amen" has 2 syllables: am-en. It rhymes with den and phren, if that helps it stick.

What does amen mean?

noun

  1. An instance of saying ‘amen’.
  2. A title of Christ; the Faithful One (especially with reference to Revelation 3:14)

verb

  1. To say amen.
  2. To say amen to; to ratify solemnly.

adverb

  1. At the end of religious prayers: so be it.
  2. In many Abrahamic religious texts and creeds: truly, verily.

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Words that rhyme with amen

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

denphrenkengrenhenagainpenfenzenbenmengen

Related words

amonsuperholyglorylordhallelujahstuckankh

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "amen"?▾

"Amen" has 2 syllables: am · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "amen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "amen" is /eɪˈmɛn/.

What does "amen" mean?▾

Amen: An instance of saying ‘amen’.

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