How to Pronounce Firstborn

To pronounce "firstborn", say FIRSTB-orn — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

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Letters

FIRSTB-orn

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💡 Tip for remembering “firstborn”

"firstborn" has 2 syllables: firstb-orn. It rhymes with forlorn and scorn, if that helps it stick.

What does firstborn mean?

noun

  1. The first child to be born to a parent or family.

adjective

  1. Born as the first one in a family, flock or the like.
  2. Most excellent; most distinguished or exalted.

Antonyms

lastborn

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Words that rhyme with firstborn

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forlornscornadornhornswornunicornmournporntornwornshoehornlowborn

Related words

firsteldestoldestfirst-bornelderolderonlybornprimogeniture

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "firstborn"?▾

"Firstborn" has 2 syllables: firstb · orn.

What does "firstborn" mean?▾

Firstborn: The first child to be born to a parent or family.

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