How to Pronounce Maintains

To pronounce "maintains", say MAINT-ains — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

MAINT-ains

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💡 Tip for remembering “maintains”

"maintains" has 2 syllables: maint-ains. It rhymes with remains and manes, if that helps it stick.

What does maintains 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 maintains

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

remainsmanesexplainsveinsconstrainsbrainscontainsfeignspertainsreinschainsdomains

Related words

sustainkeepupholdwielddefendholdexertobserve

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maintains"?▾

"Maintains" has 2 syllables: maint · ains.

What does "maintains" mean?▾

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

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