How to Pronounce Darn

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/dɑːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “darn”

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

What does darn mean?

verb

  1. Euphemism of damn.

adjective

  1. Damn.

adverb

  1. (degree) Damned.

Synonyms

damndang

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Words that rhyme with darn

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

yarnbarnskarncarncarnescarnstarnharnarnnharne

Related words

damnhootshitshucksdangdratgoddamngoddamned

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "darn"?▾

"Darn" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "darn"?▾

The IPA transcription of "darn" is /dɑːn/.

What does "darn" mean?▾

Darn: Euphemism of damn.

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