How to Pronounce E

To pronounce "e", say E — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “e

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

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

What does e mean?

noun

  1. The name of the Latin-script letter E.
  2. The base of the natural logarithm, 2.718281828459045…

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Words that rhyme with e

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "e"?

"E" has one syllable.

What does "e" mean?

E: The name of the Latin-script letter E.

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