How to pronounce "canine"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "canine"

Learn how to break down "canine" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/kəˈnaɪn/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

K EY1 N AY2 N
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

Spelling Benefits:

  • Easier to remember spelling
  • Helps with word recognition
  • Improves reading fluency

Definition of "canine"

Noun

  • Any member of Caninae, the only living subfamily of Canidae.
  • Any of certain extant canids regarded as similar to the dog or wolf (including coyotes, jackals, etc.) but distinguished from the vulpines, which are regarded as fox-like.
  • In heterodont mammals, the pointy tooth between the incisors and the premolars; a cuspid.
  • A king and a nine as a starting hand in Texas hold 'em due to phonetic similarity.

Adjective

  • Of, or pertaining to, a dog or dogs.
  • Dog-like.
  • Of or pertaining to mammalian teeth which are cuspids or fangs.
  • Of an appetite: depraved or inordinate; used to describe eating disorders.

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