How to Pronounce Declined

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/dɪˈklaɪnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “declined”

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

What does declined mean?

verb

  1. To move downwards, to fall, to drop.

    “The dollar has declined rapidly since 2001.”

  2. To become weaker or worse.

    “My health declined in winter.”

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Words that rhyme with declined

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

refinedkindconfinedopinedinclinedmindunrefinedintertwinedgrindstreamlinedmalignedentwined

Related words

deterioratingdowndyingfallingfailingretrograderegressingretrogressive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "declined"?▾

"Declined" has 3 syllables: decl · in · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "declined"?▾

The IPA transcription of "declined" is /dɪˈklaɪnd/.

What does "declined" mean?▾

Declined: To move downwards, to fall, to drop.

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