How to Pronounce Thane

To pronounce "thane", say THAN-e — 2 syllables, IPA /θeɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/θeɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “thane”

"thane" has 2 syllables: than-e. It rhymes with ascertain and disdain, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: thain, thaine, thayne — easy to mix up when writing.

What does thane mean?

noun

  1. A rank of nobility in pre-Norman England, roughly equivalent to baron.

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Words that rhyme with thane

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ascertaindisdainsustaininanemundanestrainattainprofaneplainbaneretaindomain

Related words

thanehoodthanagecountlordbaronbaronybaronetagebaronship

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thane"?▾

"Thane" has 2 syllables: than · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "thane"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thane" is /θeɪn/.

What does "thane" mean?▾

Thane: A rank of nobility in pre-Norman England, roughly equivalent to baron.

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