How to Pronounce Chines

To pronounce "chines", say CHIN-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

CHIN-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “chines”

"chines" has 2 syllables: chin-es. It rhymes with guidelines and confines, if that helps it stick.

What does chines mean?

noun

  1. The top of a ridge.
  2. The spine of an animal.

noun

  1. (Southern England) A steep-sided ravine leading from the top of a cliff down to the sea.

Words that rhyme with chines

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guidelinesconfinesdesignswhinesheadlinesunderminesdefinesfinesshinesfelinescaninescombines

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chines"?▾

"Chines" has 2 syllables: chin · es.

What does "chines" mean?▾

Chines: The top of a ridge.

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