How to Pronounce Has-been

To pronounce "has-been", say HASB-een — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhæz.biːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈhæz.biːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “has-been”

"has-been" has 2 syllables: hasb-een. It rhymes with grin and chagrin, if that helps it stick.

What does has-been mean?

noun

  1. A person, especially one formerly popular or influential, who continues in their field after their popularity or effectiveness has peaked and is now in decline.

Words that rhyme with has-been

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grinchagrinlinchpinthinkinshinskinbeginunderpinwithindignetailspin

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "has-been"?▾

"Has-been" has 2 syllables: hasb · een.

What is the IPA transcription of "has-been"?▾

The IPA transcription of "has-been" is /ˈhæz.biːn/.

What does "has-been" mean?▾

Has-been: A person, especially one formerly popular or influential, who continues in their field after their popularity or effectiveness has peaked and is now in decline.

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