How to Pronounce Kerne

To pronounce "kerne", say KERN-e — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

KERN-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “kerne”

"kerne" has 2 syllables: kern-e. It rhymes with terne and quern, if that helps it stick.

What does kerne mean?

noun

  1. Any part of a letter which extends into the space used by another letter.

noun

  1. A light-armed foot soldier of the ancient militia of Ireland and Scotland; in archaic contexts often used as a term of contempt.
  2. A boor; a low person.

Words that rhyme with kerne

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ternequernshernscernfernequorn

Related words

kernellkerltorvaldskerneltungahonnkernowberr

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kerne"?▾

"Kerne" has 2 syllables: kern · e.

What does "kerne" mean?▾

Kerne: Any part of a letter which extends into the space used by another letter.

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