How to Pronounce Line

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

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Syllables

4

Letters

/laɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “line”

"line" has 2 syllables: lin-e. It rhymes with saccharine and malign, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: lyne, lysne — easy to mix up when writing.

What does line mean?

noun

  1. A path through two or more points (compare ‘segment’); a continuous mark, including as made by a pen; any path, curved or straight.

    “The arrow descended in a curved line.”

  2. A rope, cord, string, or thread, of any thickness.

verb

  1. To place (objects) into a line (usually used with "up"); to form into a line; to align.

    “to line troops”

  2. To place persons or things along the side of for security or defense; to strengthen by adding; to fortify.

    “to line works with soldiers”

Synonyms

epistleletternoteline of engagementlineupqueue

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Words that rhyme with line

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

saccharinemalignasininebyzantinebenignsupinewhinedeclinefineoutlineundermineconcubine

Related words

outlinedelineatedrawnote

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "line"?▾

"Line" has 2 syllables: lin · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "line"?▾

The IPA transcription of "line" is /laɪn/.

What does "line" mean?▾

Line: A path through two or more points (compare ‘segment’); a continuous mark, including as made by a pen; any path, curved or straight.

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