How to Pronounce Mint

To pronounce "mint", say MINT — one syllable, IPA /mɪnt/. 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

/mɪnt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mint”

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

What does mint mean?

noun

  1. A building or institution where money (originally, only coins) is produced under government licence.
  2. A large amount of money. A vast sum or amount, etc.

    “It must have cost a mint to produce!”

verb

  1. To reproduce (coins), usually en masse, under licence.
  2. To invent; to forge; to fabricate; to fashion.

adjective

  1. (with condition) Like new.

    “in mint condition.”

  2. In near-perfect condition; uncirculated.

Synonyms

bundlepile

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Words that rhyme with mint

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

glinthinttintblueprintimprintsplintprintsprintflintdintstintfootprint

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mint"?▾

"Mint" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "mint"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mint" is /mɪnt/.

What does "mint" mean?▾

Mint: A building or institution where money (originally, only coins) is produced under government licence.

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