How to Pronounce Lenis

To pronounce "lenis", say LEN-is — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈliːnɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈliːnɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lenis”

"lenis" has 2 syllables: len-is. It rhymes with venous and keenness, if that helps it stick.

What does lenis mean?

noun

  1. A lenis consonant.

adjective

  1. Weakly articulated (of a consonant), hence voiced; especially as compared to the others of a group of homorganic consonants.

Synonyms

lax

Antonyms

fortis

Words that rhyme with lenis

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

venouskeennesspenisvenusdominusgenuscleannessleannessfreenesstruthinessweenessintravenous

Related words

lenapelispylaryngealizedsoftlabiatedsemiweaklow-octanelennock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lenis"?▾

"Lenis" has 2 syllables: len · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "lenis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lenis" is /ˈliːnɪs/.

What does "lenis" mean?▾

Lenis: A lenis consonant.

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