How to Pronounce Boon

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

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Syllable

4

Letters

/buːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “boon”

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

Sounds exactly like: boone — easy to mix up when writing.

What does boon mean?

noun

  1. A prayer; petition.
  2. That which is asked or granted as a benefit or favor; a gift or benefaction.

Synonyms

benefitblessingfavorgift

Antonyms

bane

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Words that rhyme with boon

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croonlagoonpicayunegoonmooncommuneopportunehewnfestoonlampoonsaloonswoon

Related words

blessingclosefavorbenefitgiftadvantagegodsendhelp

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boon"?▾

"Boon" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "boon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boon" is /buːn/.

What does "boon" mean?▾

Boon: A prayer; petition.

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