How to Pronounce Guan

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

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Letters

/ɡwɑn/

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What does guan mean?

noun

  1. Any (member) of several species of birds in the genera Aburria, Chamaepetes, Oreophasis, Penelope, Penelopina and Pipile, of the family Cracidae, limited to the Americas.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guan"?▾

"Guan" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "guan"?▾

The IPA transcription of "guan" is /ɡwɑn/.

What does "guan" mean?▾

Guan: Any (member) of several species of birds in the genera Aburria, Chamaepetes, Oreophasis, Penelope, Penelopina and Pipile, of the family Cracidae, limited to the Americas.

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