How to Pronounce Borrowed

To pronounce "borrowed", say BORR-ow-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbɔɹoʊd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈbɔɹoʊd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “borrowed”

"borrowed" has 3 syllables: borr-ow-ed. It rhymes with goad and abode, if that helps it stick.

What does borrowed mean?

verb

To receive (something) from somebody temporarily, expecting to return it.
To take money from a bank under the agreement that the bank will be paid over the course of time.

Synonyms

adopt use

Antonyms

carry give back lend return

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Words that rhyme with borrowed

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goad abode load bestowed mode ode erode corrode forebode explode road implode

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "borrowed"?▾

"Borrowed" has 3 syllables: borr · ow · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "borrowed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "borrowed" is /ˈbɔɹoʊd/.

What does "borrowed" mean?▾

Borrowed: To receive (something) from somebody temporarily, expecting to return it.

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