How to Pronounce Outran

To pronounce "outran", say OUTR-an — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈaʊtɹæn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈaʊtɹæn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “outran”

"outran" has 2 syllables: outr-an. It rhymes with deadpan and span, if that helps it stick.

What does outran mean?

verb

  1. To run faster than.

    “Can a tiger outrun a lion?”

  2. To exceed or overextend.

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Words that rhyme with outran

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deadpanspandivanclanmanpanfanqueancaravancatamaranharmattantran

Related words

beatoutstrippedoutdistancedoutpacedoutraceovertookchasedoutpace

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "outran"?▾

"Outran" has 2 syllables: outr · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "outran"?▾

The IPA transcription of "outran" is /ˈaʊtɹæn/.

What does "outran" mean?▾

Outran: To run faster than.

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