How to Pronounce Lessen

To pronounce "lessen", say LESS-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɛsən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈlɛsən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lessen”

"lessen" has 2 syllables: less-en. It rhymes with caisson and lesson, if that helps it stick.

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

What does lessen mean?

verb

  1. To make less; to diminish; to reduce.
  2. To become less.

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Words that rhyme with lessen

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

caissonlessondelicatessenescon

Related words

diminishdecreasesubsideminifyfallminimizedecrementreduced

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lessen"?▾

"Lessen" has 2 syllables: less · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "lessen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lessen" is /ˈlɛsən/.

What does "lessen" mean?▾

Lessen: To make less; to diminish; to reduce.

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