How to Pronounce Guideline

To pronounce "guideline", say GUID-el-in-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

GUID-el-in-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “guideline”

"guideline" has 4 syllables: guid-el-in-e. It rhymes with saccharine and malign, if that helps it stick.

What does guideline mean?

noun

  1. A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.

    “He considered the Ten Commandments more a guideline than a requirement.”

  2. A plan or explanation to guide one in setting standards or determining a course of action.

Synonyms

rule of thumb

Words that rhyme with guideline

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

saccharinemalignasininebyzantinebenignsupinewhinedeclinelinefineoutlineundermine

Related words

guidepostcounselingdirectivecounsellingstandardinstructionpolicydirections

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guideline"?▾

"Guideline" has 4 syllables: guid · el · in · e.

What does "guideline" mean?▾

Guideline: A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.

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