American English
/kʰm̩ˈbaɪn/
2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
to put two or more things together so that they form one thing or work as one
In “combine,” the main stress is on the second part. In natural speech, the first vowel may be very short, so it can be hard to hear.
to put two or more things together so that they form one thing or work as one
The design combines traditional and modern styles.
Combine the two reports into one file.
combine ideas · combine forces · combine different styles
combine A and B
combine A with B
to mix two or more substances or ingredients together
Combine the flour with the sugar.
The sauce combines sweet and spicy flavors.
combine ingredients · combine flour and water · combine flavors
combine A with B
combine the ingredients
to use people, money, skills, or efforts together for a shared purpose
We combined our savings to buy a car.
The two teams combined their efforts to finish the project.
combine efforts · combine resources · combine skills
combine with others to do something
combine your skills with mine
to work together to achieve something
The two companies combined forces to develop the product.
to do business while also enjoying yourself
The trip combines business with pleasure.
The final e is dropped before -ing: combining, not combineing.