How to Pronounce Reminisce

To pronounce "reminisce", say REM-in-isc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɹɛm.ɨˈnɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˌɹɛm.ɨˈnɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “reminisce”

"reminisce" has 4 syllables: rem-in-isc-e. It rhymes with abyss and dismiss, if that helps it stick.

What does reminisce mean?

noun

  1. An act of reminiscence.

verb

  1. To recall the past in a private moment, often fondly or nostalgically.
  2. To talk or write about memories of the past, especially pleasant memories.

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Words that rhyme with reminisce

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abyssdismisshissmissblissremissamisskissdisvisdissthis

Related words

remembrancerememberrecallrememorateremindnostalgizerecollect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reminisce"?▾

"Reminisce" has 4 syllables: rem · in · isc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "reminisce"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reminisce" is /ˌɹɛm.ɨˈnɪs/.

What does "reminisce" mean?▾

Reminisce: An act of reminiscence.

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