How to Pronounce Frowned

To pronounce "frowned", say FROWN-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /fɹaʊnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/fɹaʊnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “frowned”

"frowned" has 2 syllables: frown-ed. It rhymes with profound and expound, if that helps it stick.

What does frowned mean?

verb

  1. To have a frown on one's face.

    “She frowned when I told her the news.”

  2. To manifest displeasure or disapprobation; to look with disfavour or threateningly.

    “Noisy gossip in the library is frowned upon.”

Synonyms

scowl

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Words that rhyme with frowned

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

profoundexpoundresoundrenownedsoundconfoundgroundreboundstoundroundcompoundpound

Related words

scowlglowerlowergrimacedpoutedsneeredscowledsulked

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "frowned"?▾

"Frowned" has 2 syllables: frown · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "frowned"?▾

The IPA transcription of "frowned" is /fɹaʊnd/.

What does "frowned" mean?▾

Frowned: To have a frown on one's face.

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