How to Pronounce Malign

To pronounce "malign", say MAL-ign — 2 syllables, IPA /məˈlaɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/məˈlaɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “malign”

"malign" has 2 syllables: mal-ign. It rhymes with saccharine and asinine, if that helps it stick.

What does malign mean?

verb

  1. To make defamatory statements about; to slander or traduce.
  2. To treat with malice; to show hatred toward; to abuse; to wrong.

adjective

  1. Evil or malignant in disposition, nature, intent or influence.
  2. Malevolent.

Antonyms

benign

Words that rhyme with malign

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

saccharineasininebyzantinebenignsupinewhinedeclinelinefineoutlineundermineconcubine

Related words

maleficevilmaleficentmalevolentmalignantbadmouthtraduceharmful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "malign"?▾

"Malign" has 2 syllables: mal · ign.

What is the IPA transcription of "malign"?▾

The IPA transcription of "malign" is /məˈlaɪn/.

What does "malign" mean?▾

Malign: To make defamatory statements about; to slander or traduce.

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