How to Pronounce Drawn

To pronounce "drawn", say DRAWN — one syllable, IPA /[dɹɔːn]/. 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

/[dɹɔːn]/

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💡 Tip for remembering “drawn”

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

Sounds exactly like: draughn — easy to mix up when writing.

What does drawn mean?

verb

  1. To move or develop something.
  2. To exert or experience force.

adjective

  1. Appearing tired and unwell, as from stress; haggard.
  2. Of a game: undecided; having no definite winner and loser.

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Words that rhyme with drawn

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paragonliaisonautomatonfawnlexiconphenomenondenouementdonbygonepylonwithdrawnpawn

Related words

haggardcareworntiredraddledworntautcloseddelineate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "drawn"?▾

"Drawn" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "drawn"?▾

The IPA transcription of "drawn" is /[dɹɔːn]/.

What does "drawn" mean?▾

Drawn: To move or develop something.

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