How to Pronounce Relent

To pronounce "relent", say REL-ent — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈlɛnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɹɪˈlɛnt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “relent”

"relent" has 2 syllables: rel-ent. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

What does relent mean?

noun

  1. Stay; stop; delay.
  2. A relenting.

verb

  1. To become less severe or intense; to become less hard, harsh, or cruel; to soften in temper

    “He had planned to ground his son for a month, but relented and decided to give him a stern lecture instead.”

  2. To slacken; to abate.

    “He will not relent in his effort to reclaim his victory.”

adjective

  1. Softhearted; yielding

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Words that rhyme with relent

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lamentaugmentcontentpresentdiscontentdissenttormentassentrepentcircumventrepresentmalcontent

Related words

softenyieldrelaxeaseslackenrelinquishrecedeloosen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "relent"?▾

"Relent" has 2 syllables: rel · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "relent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "relent" is /ɹɪˈlɛnt/.

What does "relent" mean?▾

Relent: Stay; stop; delay.

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