How to Pronounce Beckoned

To pronounce "beckoned", say BECK-on-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbɛkənd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈbɛkənd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “beckoned”

"beckoned" has 3 syllables: beck-on-ed. It rhymes with second and reckoned, if that helps it stick.

What does beckoned mean?

verb

  1. To wave or nod to somebody with the intention to make the person come closer.
  2. To seem attractive and inviting

Words that rhyme with beckoned

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

secondreckonedmillisecondsecondenanosecondsecund

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beckoned"?▾

"Beckoned" has 3 syllables: beck · on · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "beckoned"?▾

The IPA transcription of "beckoned" is /ˈbɛkənd/.

What does "beckoned" mean?▾

Beckoned: To wave or nod to somebody with the intention to make the person come closer.

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