How to Pronounce Humankind

To pronounce "humankind", say HUM-ank-ind — 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

HUM-ank-ind

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💡 Tip for remembering “humankind”

"humankind" has 3 syllables: hum-ank-ind. It rhymes with refined and kind, if that helps it stick.

What does humankind mean?

noun

  1. The human race; mankind, humanity; Homo sapiens.

Synonyms

human racehumanitymankind

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Words that rhyme with humankind

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refinedkindconfinedopinedinclinedmindunrefinedintertwinedgrindstreamlinedmalignedentwined

Related words

humanitymankindmanworldhumansmenhumanenesshumane

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "humankind"?▾

"Humankind" has 3 syllables: hum · ank · ind.

What does "humankind" mean?▾

Humankind: The human race; mankind, humanity; Homo sapiens.

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