How to Pronounce Low-maintenance

To pronounce "low-maintenance", say LOWM-aint-en-anc-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

LOWM-aint-en-anc-e

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"low-maintenance" has 5 syllables: lowm-aint-en-anc-e.

What does low-maintenance mean?

adjective

  1. Retaining proper functionality over long periods of time with little or no maintenance.
  2. Of a person: self-sufficient and not requiring much attention.

Antonyms

high-maintenance

Related words

self-cleaningquietset-and-forgeteasyfailurelessdroplesswaterlessno-frills

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "low-maintenance"?▾

"Low-maintenance" has 5 syllables: lowm · aint · en · anc · e.

What does "low-maintenance" mean?▾

Low-maintenance: Retaining proper functionality over long periods of time with little or no maintenance.

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