How to Pronounce Manes

To pronounce "manes", say MAN-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɑːneɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈmɑːneɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “manes”

"manes" has 2 syllables: man-es. It rhymes with remains and explains, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: mains, maines, mainz, maynes — easy to mix up when writing.

What does manes mean?

noun

  1. The souls or spirits of dead ancestors, conceived as deities or the subjects of reverence, or of other deceased relatives.

Words that rhyme with manes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

remainsexplainsveinsconstrainsbrainscontainsfeignspertainsreinschainsdomainscomplains

Related words

manismmaniamanealemurespitrismanitomanistpsychopomp

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "manes"?▾

"Manes" has 2 syllables: man · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "manes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "manes" is /ˈmɑːneɪz/.

What does "manes" mean?▾

Manes: The souls or spirits of dead ancestors, conceived as deities or the subjects of reverence, or of other deceased relatives.

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