How to Pronounce Tenants

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

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TEN-ants

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💡 Tip for remembering “tenants”

"tenants" has 2 syllables: ten-ants. It rhymes with descendants and lieutenants, if that helps it stick.

What does tenants mean?

noun

  1. One who pays a fee (rent) in return for the use of land, buildings, or other property owned by others.
  2. One who has possession of any place.

verb

  1. To hold as, or be, a tenant.
  2. To inhabit.

Synonyms

dwelleroccupantlesseerenteerenter

Words that rhyme with tenants

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

descendantslieutenantspennantsvenantes

Related words

renteradvocatesbusinessescagescharterersclientscustomersdomestic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tenants"?▾

"Tenants" has 2 syllables: ten · ants.

What does "tenants" mean?▾

Tenants: One who pays a fee (rent) in return for the use of land, buildings, or other property owned by others.

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