How to Pronounce Confined

To pronounce "confined", say CONF-in-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈfaɪnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/kənˈfaɪnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “confined”

"confined" has 3 syllables: conf-in-ed. It rhymes with refined and kind, if that helps it stick.

What does confined mean?

verb

  1. To restrict; to keep within bounds; to shut or keep in a limited space or area.
  2. To have a common boundary; to border; to lie contiguous; to touch; followed by on or with.

adjective

  1. Not free to move.
  2. Limited; narrow; restricted.

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Words that rhyme with confined

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

refinedkindopinedinclinedmindunrefinedintertwinedgrindstreamlinedmalignedentwinedbind

Related words

enclosedpenthomeboundcaptiveshut-inhouseboundrestrainedclose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "confined"?▾

"Confined" has 3 syllables: conf · in · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "confined"?▾

The IPA transcription of "confined" is /kənˈfaɪnd/.

What does "confined" mean?▾

Confined: To restrict; to keep within bounds; to shut or keep in a limited space or area.

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