How to Pronounce Stain

To pronounce "stain", say STAIN — one syllable, IPA /steɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/steɪn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “stain”

"stain" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with ascertain and disdain, if that helps it stick.

What does stain mean?

noun

  1. A discoloured spot or area.
  2. A blemish on one's character or reputation.

verb

  1. To discolour.

    “armour stained with blood”

  2. To taint or tarnish someone's character or reputation

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Words that rhyme with stain

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ascertaindisdainsustaininanemundanestrainattainprofaneplainbaneretaindomain

Related words

blotflecksmirchsmearblobdiscolorationdiscolourationgrease

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stain"?▾

"Stain" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "stain"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stain" is /steɪn/.

What does "stain" mean?▾

Stain: A discoloured spot or area.

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