How to Pronounce Guidelines

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

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Syllables

10

Letters

GUID-el-in-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “guidelines”

"guidelines" has 4 syllables: guid-el-in-es. It rhymes with confines and designs, if that helps it stick.

What does guidelines 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

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Words that rhyme with guidelines

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confinesdesignswhinesheadlinesunderminesdefinesfinesshinesfelinescaninescombinesconcubines

Related words

guidepostadviceadvisoriesapproachesaxesbeaconsbenchmarkscode

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guidelines"?▾

"Guidelines" has 4 syllables: guid · el · in · es.

What does "guidelines" mean?▾

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

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