How to Pronounce Strengthens

To pronounce "strengthens", say STRENGTH-ens — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

11

Letters

STRENGTH-ens

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💡 Tip for remembering “strengthens”

"strengthens" has 2 syllables: strength-ens. It rhymes with lengthens, if that helps it stick.

What does strengthens mean?

verb

  1. To make strong or stronger; to add strength to; to increase the strength of; to fortify.

    “strengthen a muscle”

  2. To empower; to give moral strength to; to encourage; to enhearten.

Antonyms

atrophyweaken

Words that rhyme with strengthens

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lengthens

Related words

fortifytoneaccentuatesaddsaffirmsallowsamplifiesaugmented

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "strengthens"?▾

"Strengthens" has 2 syllables: strength · ens.

What does "strengthens" mean?▾

Strengthens: To make strong or stronger; to add strength to; to increase the strength of; to fortify.

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