How to Pronounce Bemoan

To pronounce "bemoan", say BEM-oan — 2 syllables, IPA /bɪˈməʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/bɪˈməʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bemoan”

"bemoan" has 2 syllables: bem-oan. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does bemoan mean?

verb

  1. To moan or complain about (something).

    “He bemoaned the drought but went on watering his lawn.”

  2. To be dismayed or worried about (someone), particularly because of their situation or what has happened to them.

Synonyms

bewaillamentmourn

Words that rhyme with bemoan

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moangroandronecornerstonetonestonecondoneunknowncycloneatonebaritonemonotone

Related words

bewaillamentdeploreregretmourncomplainmoanregrettable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bemoan"?▾

"Bemoan" has 2 syllables: bem · oan.

What is the IPA transcription of "bemoan"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bemoan" is /bɪˈməʊn/.

What does "bemoan" mean?▾

Bemoan: To moan or complain about (something).

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