How to Pronounce Murrain

To pronounce "murrain", say MURR-ain — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmʌɹɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmʌɹɪn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “murrain

"murrain" has 2 syllables: murr-ain. It rhymes with deraign and borane, if that helps it stick.

What does murrain mean?

noun

  1. Plague, infectious disease, pestilence.
  2. Any of several highly infectious diseases of cattle such as anthrax.

Words that rhyme with murrain

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "murrain"?

"Murrain" has 2 syllables: murr · ain.

What is the IPA transcription of "murrain"?

The IPA transcription of "murrain" is /ˈmʌɹɪn/.

What does "murrain" mean?

Murrain: Plague, infectious disease, pestilence.

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