How to Pronounce Headlines

To pronounce "headlines", say HEADL-in-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

HEADL-in-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “headlines”

"headlines" has 3 syllables: headl-in-es. It rhymes with guidelines and confines, if that helps it stick.

What does headlines mean?

noun

  1. The heading or title of a magazine or newspaper article.

    “The headline on today's newspaper reads "John Doe Wins Wood-Splitting Competition."”

  2. The line at the top of a page containing the folio or number of the page.

noun

  1. Important news stories

Synonyms

headlinerhed

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Words that rhyme with headlines

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

newsheadingheaderpaperstitlebondsbannerheads

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "headlines"?▾

"Headlines" has 3 syllables: headl · in · es.

What does "headlines" mean?▾

Headlines: The heading or title of a magazine or newspaper article.

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