How to Pronounce Clown

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

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Syllable

5

Letters

/klaʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “clown”

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

What does clown mean?

noun

  1. A slapstick performance artist often associated with a circus and usually characterized by bright, oversized clothing, a red nose, face paint, and a brightly colored wig.
  2. A person who acts in a silly fashion.

verb

  1. To act in a silly or playful fashion.
  2. To ridicule.

Synonyms

buffoonfool

Words that rhyme with clown

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

frowncrowndownrenowntownletdownmeltdownbrown

Related words

anticbuffoonfunjesterjokerwiseassjokemage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clown"?▾

"Clown" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "clown"?▾

The IPA transcription of "clown" is /klaʊn/.

What does "clown" mean?▾

Clown: A slapstick performance artist often associated with a circus and usually characterized by bright, oversized clothing, a red nose, face paint, and a brightly colored wig.

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