How to Pronounce Lens

To pronounce "lens", say LENS — one syllable, IPA /lɛnz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/lɛnz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lens”

"lens" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with contends and cleanse, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: lenz — easy to mix up when writing.

What does lens mean?

noun

  1. An object, usually made of glass, that focuses or defocuses the light that passes through it.
  2. A device which focuses or defocuses electron beams.

verb

  1. To film, shoot.
  2. To become thinner towards the edges.

Words that rhyme with lens

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lens"?▾

"Lens" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "lens"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lens" is /lɛnz/.

What does "lens" mean?▾

Lens: An object, usually made of glass, that focuses or defocuses the light that passes through it.

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