How to Pronounce Bacon

To pronounce "bacon", say BAC-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbeɪ.kən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈbeɪ.kən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bacon”

"bacon" has 2 syllables: bac-on. It rhymes with forsaken and awaken, if that helps it stick.

What does bacon mean?

noun

  1. Cured meat from the sides, belly or back of a pig.
  2. Thin slices of the above in long strips.

Synonyms

hampork

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Words that rhyme with bacon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

forsakenawakentakenwakenovertakenundertakenmistakenshakenkrakenreawakenbreak-inmacon

Related words

lardmeatporkbreadchawskinblubber

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bacon"?▾

"Bacon" has 2 syllables: bac · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "bacon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bacon" is /ˈbeɪ.kən/.

What does "bacon" mean?▾

Bacon: Cured meat from the sides, belly or back of a pig.

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