How to Pronounce Hearkens

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

HEARK-ens

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💡 Tip for remembering “hearkens”

"hearkens" has 2 syllables: heark-ens. It rhymes with harkens and darkens, if that helps it stick.

What does hearkens mean?

verb

  1. (obsolete except poetic) To hear (something) with attention; to have regard to (something).
  2. To listen; to attend or give heed to what is uttered; to hear with attention, compliance, or obedience.

Words that rhyme with hearkens

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

harkensdarkensharkinslarkinsparkins

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hearkens"?▾

"Hearkens" has 2 syllables: heark · ens.

What does "hearkens" mean?▾

Hearkens: (obsolete except poetic) To hear (something) with attention; to have regard to (something).

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