How to Pronounce Even

To pronounce "even", say EV-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈiːvən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈiːvən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “even”

"even" has 2 syllables: ev-en.

What does even mean?

noun

  1. (diminutive) An even number.

    “So let's see. There are two evens here and three odds.”

verb

  1. To make flat and level.

    “We need to even this playing field; the west goal is too low.”

  2. To equal.

adjective

  1. Flat and level.

    “Clear out those rocks. The surface must be even.”

  2. Without great variation.

    “Despite her fear, she spoke in an even voice.”

Synonyms

matchflattenlevelsettleroundon parflatuniformquits

Antonyms

odduneven

Related words

tiedequalyettruesteadystraightjustifiedfifty-fifty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "even"?▾

"Even" has 2 syllables: ev · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "even"?▾

The IPA transcription of "even" is /ˈiːvən/.

What does "even" mean?▾

Even: (diminutive) An even number.

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