How to Pronounce Tenets

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

TEN-ets

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💡 Tip for remembering “tenets”

"tenets" has 2 syllables: ten-ets. It rhymes with penates and senates, if that helps it stick.

What does tenets mean?

noun

  1. An opinion, belief, or principle that is held as absolute truth by someone or especially an organization.

Words that rhyme with tenets

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

penatessenatesgenetsbennettsnenets

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tenets"?▾

"Tenets" has 2 syllables: ten · ets.

What does "tenets" mean?▾

Tenets: An opinion, belief, or principle that is held as absolute truth by someone or especially an organization.

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