How to Pronounce Serene

To pronounce "serene", say SER-en-e — 3 syllables, IPA /səˈɹiːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/səˈɹiːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “serene”

"serene" has 3 syllables: ser-en-e. It rhymes with keen and obscene, if that helps it stick.

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

What does serene mean?

noun

  1. Serenity; clearness; calmness.
  2. Evening air; night chill.

verb

  1. To make serene.

adjective

  1. Peaceful, calm, unruffled.

    “She looked at her students with joviality and a serene mentality.”

  2. Without worry or anxiety; unaffected by disturbance.

Words that rhyme with serene

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

keenobscenemeanbyzantinelibertinecareenleandemeanpreengleancontraveneteen

Related words

calmpeacefultranquilclearplacidquietdispassionateunruffled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "serene"?▾

"Serene" has 3 syllables: ser · en · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "serene"?▾

The IPA transcription of "serene" is /səˈɹiːn/.

What does "serene" mean?▾

Serene: Serenity; clearness; calmness.

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