How to Pronounce Lane

To pronounce "lane", say LAN-e — 2 syllables, IPA /leɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/leɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lane”

"lane" has 2 syllables: lan-e. It rhymes with ascertain and disdain, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: laine, lain, layne, ln — easy to mix up when writing.

What does lane mean?

noun

  1. (used in street names) A road, street, or similar thoroughfare.
  2. A narrow passageway between fences, walls, hedges or trees.

Synonyms

carriagewaydirectionroadwayside

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Words that rhyme with lane

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ascertaindisdainsustaininanemundanestrainattainprofaneplainbaneretaindomain

Related words

drivewayroadwayavenuestreetcarriagewayhighwayroadalleyway

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lane"?▾

"Lane" has 2 syllables: lan · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "lane"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lane" is /leɪn/.

What does "lane" mean?▾

Lane: (used in street names) A road, street, or similar thoroughfare.

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