How to Pronounce Mind

To pronounce "mind", say MIND — one syllable, IPA /maɪnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/maɪnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mind”

"mind" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with refined and kind, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: mined — easy to mix up when writing.

What does mind mean?

noun

  1. The ability for rational thought.

    “Despite advancing age, his mind was still as sharp as ever.”

  2. The ability to be aware of things.

    “There was no doubt in his mind that they would win.”

verb

  1. (originally and chiefly in negative or interrogative constructions) To dislike, to object to; to be bothered by.

    “Do you mind if I smoke?”

  2. To look after, to take care of, especially for a short period of time.

    “Would you mind my bag for me?”

Synonyms

brainheadintellectintelligencenouspsychereasonwitheed

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Words that rhyme with mind

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

refinedkindconfinedopinedinclinedunrefinedintertwinedgrindstreamlinedmalignedentwinedbind

Related words

intellectthinkerheedlistenbewareideanouspsyche

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mind"?▾

"Mind" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "mind"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mind" is /maɪnd/.

What does "mind" mean?▾

Mind: The ability for rational thought.

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