How to Pronounce Tenement

To pronounce "tenement", say TEN-em-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈtɛnɪmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈtɛnɪmənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tenement”

"tenement" has 3 syllables: ten-em-ent. It rhymes with sentiment, if that helps it stick.

What does tenement mean?

noun

A building that is rented to multiple tenants, especially a low-rent, run-down one.
Any form of property that is held by one person from another, rather than being owned.
“The island of Brecqhou is a tenement of Sark.”

Synonyms

apartment building tenement house

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Words that rhyme with tenement

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sentiment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tenement"?▾

"Tenement" has 3 syllables: ten · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "tenement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tenement" is /ˈtɛnɪmənt/.

What does "tenement" mean?▾

Tenement: A building that is rented to multiple tenants, especially a low-rent, run-down one.

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