How to Pronounce Hard-won

To pronounce "hard-won", say HARDW-on — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

HARDW-on

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💡 Tip for remembering “hard-won”

"hard-won" has 2 syllables: hardw-on. It rhymes with hardwin, if that helps it stick.

What does hard-won mean?

adjective

  1. Having been obtained with effort, despite difficulty and hardship.

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Words that rhyme with hard-won

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hardwin

Related words

hard-earnedlaboriousdifficulthardworkinghardtime-consumingelusivepainstaking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hard-won"?▾

"Hard-won" has 2 syllables: hardw · on.

What does "hard-won" mean?▾

Hard-won: Having been obtained with effort, despite difficulty and hardship.

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