How to Pronounce Dune

To pronounce "dune", say DUN-e — 2 syllables, IPA /djuːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/djuːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dune”

"dune" has 2 syllables: dun-e. It rhymes with croon and lagoon, if that helps it stick.

What does dune mean?

noun

  1. A ridge or hill of sand piled up by the wind.

Synonyms

sand dunesand-dune

Antonyms

dikedyke

Words that rhyme with dune

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

croonlagoonpicayunegoonmooncommuneopportunehewnfestoonlampoonsaloonswoon

Related words

seifbarchansandsandbankdanubehillssandhillsandridge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dune"?▾

"Dune" has 2 syllables: dun · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dune"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dune" is /djuːn/.

What does "dune" mean?▾

Dune: A ridge or hill of sand piled up by the wind.

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