How to Pronounce Begotten

To pronounce "begotten", say BEG-ott-en — 3 syllables, IPA /bɪˈɡɒt.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/bɪˈɡɒt.ən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “begotten”

"begotten" has 3 syllables: beg-ott-en. It rhymes with misbegotten and tauten, if that helps it stick.

What does begotten mean?

verb

To father; to sire; to produce (a child).
To cause; to produce.

adjective

Brought into being by one's begetter(s).

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Words that rhyme with begotten

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misbegotten tauten rotten cotton forgotten gotten shotten guncotton boughten

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "begotten"?▾

"Begotten" has 3 syllables: beg · ott · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "begotten"?▾

The IPA transcription of "begotten" is /bɪˈɡɒt.ən/.

What does "begotten" mean?▾

Begotten: To father; to sire; to produce (a child).

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