How to Pronounce Craven

To pronounce "craven", say CRAV-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɹeɪ.vən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɹeɪ.vən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “craven”

"craven" has 2 syllables: crav-en. It rhymes with maven and raven, if that helps it stick.

What does craven mean?

noun

  1. A coward.

verb

  1. To make craven.

adjective

  1. Unwilling to fight; lacking even the rudiments of courage; extremely cowardly.

Words that rhyme with craven

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

mavenravencave-inshavenflavinpavanunshavendavenpavenchavin

Related words

cowardlycowardpoltroonfearfulrecreantskiptoncouragelessinvertebrate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "craven"?▾

"Craven" has 2 syllables: crav · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "craven"?▾

The IPA transcription of "craven" is /ˈkɹeɪ.vən/.

What does "craven" mean?▾

Craven: A coward.

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