How to Pronounce Dun

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

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/dʌn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dun

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

Sounds exactly like: done, dunn, donne, dunne — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dun mean?

noun

  1. A brownish grey colour.

adjective

  1. Of a brownish grey colour.

Words that rhyme with dun

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dun"?

"Dun" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dun"?

The IPA transcription of "dun" is /dʌn/.

What does "dun" mean?

Dun: A brownish grey colour.

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