How to Pronounce Reins

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

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/ɹeɪnz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “reins”

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

Sounds exactly like: reigns, raynes, reines, ranes — easy to mix up when writing.

What does reins mean?

noun

  1. A strap or rope attached to a bridle or bit, used to control a horse, animal or young child.
  2. An instrument or means of curbing, restraining, or governing.

verb

  1. To direct or stop a horse by using reins.
  2. To restrain; to control; to check.

noun

  1. (chiefly in plural) A kidney.
  2. The inward impulses; the affections and passions, formerly supposed to be located in the area of the kidneys.

Words that rhyme with reins

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

remainsmanesexplainsveinsconstrainsbrainscontainsfeignspertainschainsdomainscomplains

Related words

harnessrulesnafflebridlerenneshandsgripsreigns

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reins"?▾

"Reins" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "reins"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reins" is /ɹeɪnz/.

What does "reins" mean?▾

Reins: A strap or rope attached to a bridle or bit, used to control a horse, animal or young child.

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