How to Pronounce Dimes

To pronounce "dimes", say DIM-es — 2 syllables, IPA /daɪmz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/daɪmz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dimes”

"dimes" has 2 syllables: dim-es. It rhymes with oftentimes and sometimes, if that helps it stick.

What does dimes mean?

noun

  1. A coin worth one-tenth of a U.S. dollar.
  2. A coin worth one-tenth of a Canadian dollar.

Synonyms

ten cent piecegrand

Words that rhyme with dimes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

oftentimessometimeslimescrimestimeschimesprimesclimbspastimesenzymes

Related words

pricedbillsbratsbuckscoinsexhibitsfourthskids

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dimes"?▾

"Dimes" has 2 syllables: dim · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "dimes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dimes" is /daɪmz/.

What does "dimes" mean?▾

Dimes: A coin worth one-tenth of a U.S. dollar.

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