How to Pronounce Convene

To pronounce "convene", say CONV-en-e — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈvɪin/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/kənˈvɪin/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “convene”

"convene" has 3 syllables: conv-en-e. It rhymes with keen and obscene, if that helps it stick.

What does convene mean?

verb

  1. To come together; to meet; to unite.
  2. To come together, as in one body or for a public purpose; to meet; to assemble.

Synonyms

assemblecollectcongregateconvokemeetsummonunite

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Words that rhyme with convene

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keenobscenemeanbyzantinelibertinecareenleandemeanpreengleancontraveneteen

Related words

convokegathersummonassembleorganizedunitecollectorganization

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "convene"?▾

"Convene" has 3 syllables: conv · en · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "convene"?▾

The IPA transcription of "convene" is /kənˈvɪin/.

What does "convene" mean?▾

Convene: To come together; to meet; to unite.

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