How to Pronounce Maroons

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

MAR-oons

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💡 Tip for remembering “maroons”

"maroons" has 2 syllables: mar-oons.

What does maroons mean?

noun

  1. An escaped negro slave of the Caribbean and the Americas or a descendant of escaped slaves.
  2. A castaway; a person who has been marooned.

verb

  1. To abandon in a remote, desolate place, as on a desert island.

noun

  1. A rich dark red, somewhat brownish, color.

Synonyms

castaway

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maroons"?▾

"Maroons" has 2 syllables: mar · oons.

What does "maroons" mean?▾

Maroons: An escaped negro slave of the Caribbean and the Americas or a descendant of escaped slaves.

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