How to Pronounce Beguines

To pronounce "beguines", say BEG-uin-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

BEG-uin-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “beguines”

"beguines" has 3 syllables: beg-uin-es. It rhymes with dragoons, if that helps it stick.

What does beguines mean?

noun

  1. A ballroom dance, similar to a slow rumba, originally from French West Indies and popularized abroad largely through the song "Begin the Beguine"; the music for the dance.

Words that rhyme with beguines

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dragoons

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beguines"?▾

"Beguines" has 3 syllables: beg · uin · es.

What does "beguines" mean?▾

Beguines: A ballroom dance, similar to a slow rumba, originally from French West Indies and popularized abroad largely through the song "Begin the Beguine"; the music for the dance.

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