Matinee

7 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

A daytime performance of a play, film, or concert, held especially in the afternoon.

“They booked tickets for the Saturday matinee to avoid the larger crowds at the evening performance.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈmætɪˌneɪ/

Syllables

mat·i·nee

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Synonyms

afternoon showdaytime performance

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Contains M, A, T, I, N, E, E with a double E and four vowels out of seven letters.

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Scrabble

Worth 9 points and the double E and high vowel count make it ideal for clearing a vowel-heavy rack.

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Anagrams of Matinee

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