How to Pronounce Betoken

To pronounce "betoken", say BET-ok-en — 3 syllables, IPA /bɪˈtoʊ.kən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

betoken

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/bɪˈtoʊ.kən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “betoken”

"betoken" has 3 syllables: bet-ok-en.

What does betoken mean?

verb

  1. To signify by some visible object; show by signs or tokens.
  2. To foreshow by present signs; indicate something future by that which is seen or known.

Synonyms

forebodeportendpresageindicatemarknote

Related words

indicatebespeakpointforecastpredictprognosticatebodeforetell

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "betoken"?▾

"Betoken" has 3 syllables: bet · ok · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "betoken"?▾

The IPA transcription of "betoken" is /bɪˈtoʊ.kən/.

What does "betoken" mean?▾

Betoken: To signify by some visible object; show by signs or tokens.

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