How to Pronounce Bovine

To pronounce "bovine", say BOV-in-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbəʊ.vaɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbəʊ.vaɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bovine”

"bovine" has 3 syllables: bov-in-e. It rhymes with saccharine and malign, if that helps it stick.

What does bovine mean?

noun

  1. An animal of the family, subfamily, tribe, or genera including cattle, buffaloes and bison.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to cattle.
  2. Belonging to the family, subfamily, tribe, or genera including cows, buffalo, and bison.

Synonyms

neatish

Words that rhyme with bovine

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

saccharinemalignasininebyzantinebenignsupinewhinedeclinelinefineoutlineundermine

Related words

boviddullcowcattleoxenvealcowslivestock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bovine"?▾

"Bovine" has 3 syllables: bov · in · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "bovine"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bovine" is /ˈbəʊ.vaɪn/.

What does "bovine" mean?▾

Bovine: An animal of the family, subfamily, tribe, or genera including cattle, buffaloes and bison.

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