How to Pronounce Beacon

To pronounce "beacon", say BEAC-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbiːkən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbiːkən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “beacon”

"beacon" has 2 syllables: beac-on. It rhymes with deacon and weaken, if that helps it stick.

What does beacon mean?

noun

  1. A signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning.
  2. A signal or conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners.

verb

  1. To act as a beacon.
  2. To give light to, as a beacon; to light up; to illumine.

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Words that rhyme with beacon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

deaconweakeneikonpekan

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beacon"?▾

"Beacon" has 2 syllables: beac · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "beacon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "beacon" is /ˈbiːkən/.

What does "beacon" mean?▾

Beacon: A signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning.

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