How to Pronounce Mete

To pronounce "mete", say MET-e — 2 syllables, IPA /miːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/miːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mete”

"mete" has 2 syllables: met-e. It rhymes with conceit and sweet, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: meet, meat, mehta — easy to mix up when writing.

What does mete mean?

verb

  1. To measure.
  2. (usually with “out”) To dispense, measure (out), allot (especially punishment, reward etc.).

Words that rhyme with mete

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conceitsweetobsoleterepleteeffetecompleteconcretebittersweetheatdeceitretreatbeat

Related words

apportiondistributedoleallotallocateimposeenforcemeasure

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mete"?▾

"Mete" has 2 syllables: met · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "mete"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mete" is /miːt/.

What does "mete" mean?▾

Mete: To measure.

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