How to Pronounce Dens

To pronounce "dens", say DENS — one syllable, IPA /dɛnz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/dɛnz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dens”

"dens" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with contends and cleanse, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: denz — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dens mean?

noun

  1. A small cavern or hollow place in the side of a hill, or among rocks; especially, a cave used by a wild animal for shelter or concealment.

    “Daniel was put into the lions’ den.”

  2. A squalid or wretched place; a haunt.

    “a den of vice”

verb

  1. To ensconce or hide oneself in (or as in) a den.

Synonyms

lairfamily room

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Words that rhyme with dens

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contendscleanselensbensmenspenstensbenz

Related words

lairhideouthideawayburrowscavesdepositsdowiefarmsteads

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dens"?▾

"Dens" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dens"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dens" is /dɛnz/.

What does "dens" mean?▾

Dens: A small cavern or hollow place in the side of a hill, or among rocks; especially, a cave used by a wild animal for shelter or concealment.

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