How to Pronounce Corners

To pronounce "corners", say CORN-ers — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɔːnəz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkɔːnəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “corners

"corners" has 2 syllables: corn-ers. It rhymes with mourners and foreigners, if that helps it stick.

What does corners mean?

noun

  1. The point where two converging lines meet; an angle, either external or internal.

    The corners of the wire mesh were reinforced with little blobs of solder.

  2. An edge or extremity; the part farthest from the center; hence, any quarter or part, or the direction in which it lies.

    Shining a light in the dark corners of the mind.  I took a trip out to his corner of town.

verb

  1. To drive (someone or something) into a corner or other confined space.

    The cat had cornered a cricket between the sofa and the television stand.

  2. To trap in a position of great difficulty or hopeless embarrassment.

    The reporter cornered the politician by pointing out the hypocrisy of his position on mandatory sentencing, in light of the politician's own actions in court.

Synonyms

Words that rhyme with corners

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "corners"?

"Corners" has 2 syllables: corn · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "corners"?

The IPA transcription of "corners" is /ˈkɔːnəz/.

What does "corners" mean?

Corners: The point where two converging lines meet; an angle, either external or internal.

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