How to Pronounce Mini

To pronounce "mini", say MIN-i — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɪ.ni/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈmɪ.ni/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mini”

"mini" has 2 syllables: min-i. It rhymes with ignominy and ninny, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: minnie, minney, minny — easy to mix up when writing.

What does mini mean?

adjective

  1. Miniature, tiny, small.

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Words that rhyme with mini

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ignominyninnyguineatinnyshinnypinnyinniebrineyhinnywhinnyjinnihiney

Related words

tinylittlesmall-scalemicrosmallminimumminimalistpartial

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mini"?▾

"Mini" has 2 syllables: min · i.

What is the IPA transcription of "mini"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mini" is /ˈmɪ.ni/.

What does "mini" mean?▾

Mini: Miniature, tiny, small.

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