How to Pronounce Tenors

To pronounce "tenors", say TEN-ors — 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-ors

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💡 Tip for remembering “tenors”

"tenors" has 2 syllables: ten-ors. It rhymes with dissenters and centers, if that helps it stick.

What does tenors mean?

noun

  1. A musical range or section higher than bass and lower than alto.
  2. A person, instrument or group that performs in the tenor (higher than bass and lower than alto) range.

Words that rhyme with tenors

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dissenterscentersenterstenners

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tenors"?▾

"Tenors" has 2 syllables: ten · ors.

What does "tenors" mean?▾

Tenors: A musical range or section higher than bass and lower than alto.

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