How to Pronounce Ovine

To pronounce "ovine", say OV-in-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈoʊvaɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈoʊvaɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ovine”

"ovine" has 3 syllables: ov-in-e. It rhymes with flavine and savine, if that helps it stick.

What does ovine mean?

noun

  1. A sheep.

adjective

  1. Of, pertaining to, resembling, or being a sheep
  2. (by extension) resembling a sheep in character; passive, of low intelligence and acquiescent

Synonyms

sheeplikesheepysheepish

Words that rhyme with ovine

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flavinesavinedavynelevyneprivine

Related words

sheeplambsheepishsheeplikesheepmeatmuttonlhprolactin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ovine"?▾

"Ovine" has 3 syllables: ov · in · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ovine"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ovine" is /ˈoʊvaɪn/.

What does "ovine" mean?▾

Ovine: A sheep.

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