How to Pronounce Restrained

To pronounce "restrained", say RESTR-ain-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

RESTR-ain-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “restrained”

"restrained" has 3 syllables: restr-ain-ed. It rhymes with constrained and strained, if that helps it stick.

What does restrained mean?

verb

  1. To control or keep in check.
  2. To deprive of liberty.

adjective

  1. Held back, limited, kept in check or under control.

    “He greeted her for the first time in three years with a restrained embrace.”

Synonyms

checklimitrestrainwithstrainconfinedetain

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Words that rhyme with restrained

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

constrainedstrainedascertainedunrestrainedordainedexplainedobtaineddrainedattainedunconstrainedingrainedfeigned

Related words

batedcurbedclosesubduedguardedcontainedtemperatemoderate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "restrained"?▾

"Restrained" has 3 syllables: restr · ain · ed.

What does "restrained" mean?▾

Restrained: To control or keep in check.

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