How to Pronounce Condone

To pronounce "condone", say COND-on-e — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈdəʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/kənˈdəʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “condone”

"condone" has 3 syllables: cond-on-e. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does condone mean?

verb

  1. To forgive, excuse or overlook (something that is considered morally wrong, offensive, or generally disliked).
  2. To allow, accept or permit (something that is considered morally wrong, offensive, or generally disliked).

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Words that rhyme with condone

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moangroandronebemoancornerstonetonestoneunknowncycloneatonebaritonemonotone

Related words

excuseforgivepardonapologizeacquiescencetoleratetolerantpermit

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "condone"?▾

"Condone" has 3 syllables: cond · on · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "condone"?▾

The IPA transcription of "condone" is /kənˈdəʊn/.

What does "condone" mean?▾

Condone: To forgive, excuse or overlook (something that is considered morally wrong, offensive, or generally disliked).

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