How to Pronounce Darkened

To pronounce "darkened", say DARK-en-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdɑːkənd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈdɑːkənd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “darkened”

"darkened" has 3 syllables: dark-en-ed. It rhymes with harkened and arcand, if that helps it stick.

What does darkened mean?

verb

To make dark or darker by reducing light.
To become dark or darker (having less light).

adjective

Made dark or lightproof by the exclusion of light

Synonyms

blacken

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Words that rhyme with darkened

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harkened arcand

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "darkened"?▾

"Darkened" has 3 syllables: dark · en · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "darkened"?▾

The IPA transcription of "darkened" is /ˈdɑːkənd/.

What does "darkened" mean?▾

Darkened: To make dark or darker by reducing light.

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