How to Pronounce Blown

To pronounce "blown", say BLOWN — one syllable, IPA /bləʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/bləʊn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “blown”

"blown" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does blown mean?

verb

  1. To produce an air current.
  2. To propel by an air current.

    “Blow the dust off that book and open it up.”

verb

  1. To blossom; to cause to bloom or blossom.

adjective

  1. Distended, swollen or inflated

    “Cattle are said to be blown when gorged with green food which develops gas.”

  2. Panting and out of breath

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Words that rhyme with blown

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moangroandronebemoancornerstonetonestonecondoneunknowncycloneatonebaritone

Related words

gaspingbreathlesswindedshort-windedpursypantingmovingformed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blown"?▾

"Blown" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "blown"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blown" is /bləʊn/.

What does "blown" mean?▾

Blown: To produce an air current.

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