How to Pronounce Maintain

To pronounce "maintain", say MAINT-ain — 2 syllables, IPA /meɪnˈteɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/meɪnˈteɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “maintain”

"maintain" has 2 syllables: maint-ain. It rhymes with ascertain and disdain, if that helps it stick.

What does maintain mean?

verb

  1. To support (someone), to back up or assist (someone) in an action.
  2. To keep up; to preserve; to uphold (a state, condition etc.).

Antonyms

abandon

Words that rhyme with maintain

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ascertaindisdainsustaininanemundanestrainattainprofaneplainbaneretaindomain

Related words

sustainkeepupholdwielddefendholdexertobserve

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maintain"?▾

"Maintain" has 2 syllables: maint · ain.

What is the IPA transcription of "maintain"?▾

The IPA transcription of "maintain" is /meɪnˈteɪn/.

What does "maintain" mean?▾

Maintain: To support (someone), to back up or assist (someone) in an action.

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