How to Pronounce Known

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/nəʊn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “known”

"known" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does known mean?

verb

  1. To perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of or that.

    “He knew something terrible was going to happen.”

  2. To be aware of; to be cognizant of.

    “Did you know Michelle and Jack were getting divorced? ― Yes, I knew.”

noun

  1. Any fact or situation which is known or familiar.
  2. A constant or variable the value of which is already determined.

adjective

  1. Identified as a specific type; famous, renowned.

    “He was a known pickpocket.”

  2. Accepted, familiar, researched.

Synonyms

coitizego to bed withsleep with

Antonyms

unknown

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Words that rhyme with known

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moangroandronebemoancornerstonetonestonecondoneunknowncycloneatonebaritone

Related words

notedwell-knownrenownedfamouscelebratedfamedillustriouslegendary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "known"?▾

"Known" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "known"?▾

The IPA transcription of "known" is /nəʊn/.

What does "known" mean?▾

Known: To perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of or that.

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