How to Pronounce Mince

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/mɪns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mince”

"mince" has 2 syllables: minc-e. It rhymes with evince and convince, if that helps it stick.

What does mince mean?

noun

  1. Finely chopped meat.
  2. Finely chopped mixed fruit used in Christmas pies; mincemeat.

    “During Christmas time my dad loves to eat mince pies.”

verb

  1. To make less; make small.
  2. To lessen; diminish; to diminish in speaking; speak of lightly or slightingly; minimise.

Synonyms

extenuatepalliateweaken

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Words that rhyme with mince

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

evinceconvincesincequinceprincerinsechinsedinseince

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mince"?▾

"Mince" has 2 syllables: minc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "mince"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mince" is /mɪns/.

What does "mince" mean?▾

Mince: Finely chopped meat.

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