How to Pronounce Moaned

To pronounce "moaned", say MOAN-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈməʊnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈməʊnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “moaned”

"moaned" has 2 syllables: moan-ed. It rhymes with groaned and bemoaned, if that helps it stick.

What does moaned mean?

verb

To complain about; to bemoan, to bewail; to mourn.
To grieve.

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Words that rhyme with moaned

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groaned bemoaned intoned toned stoned postponed honed boned droned owned coned cloned

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "moaned"?▾

"Moaned" has 2 syllables: moan · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "moaned"?▾

The IPA transcription of "moaned" is /ˈməʊnd/.

What does "moaned" mean?▾

Moaned: To complain about; to bemoan, to bewail; to mourn.

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