How to Pronounce Scene

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/siːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “scene”

"scene" has 2 syllables: scen-e. It rhymes with keen and obscene, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: seen — easy to mix up when writing.

What does scene mean?

noun

  1. The location of an event that attracts attention.

    “the scene of the crime”

  2. The stage.

    “They stood in the centre of the scene.”

verb

  1. To exhibit as a scene; to make a scene of; to display.

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Words that rhyme with scene

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

keenobscenemeanbyzantinelibertinecareenleandemeanpreengleancontraveneteen

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scene"?▾

"Scene" has 2 syllables: scen · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "scene"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scene" is /siːn/.

What does "scene" mean?▾

Scene: The location of an event that attracts attention.

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