How to Pronounce Scena

To pronounce "scena", say SCEN-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʃeɪnə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈʃeɪnə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “scena”

"scena" has 2 syllables: scen-a. It rhymes with antenna and modena, if that helps it stick.

What does scena mean?

noun

  1. A scene in an opera.
  2. An accompanied dramatic recitative, interspersed with passages of melody, or followed by a full aria.

Words that rhyme with scena

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

antennamodenabenehennafrenaplena

Related words

sceneentr'actesettingrepresentationactionexodosexeuntshow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scena"?▾

"Scena" has 2 syllables: scen · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "scena"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scena" is /ˈʃeɪnə/.

What does "scena" mean?▾

Scena: A scene in an opera.

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