How to Pronounce Outrun

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈaʊtɹʌn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “outrun”

"outrun" has 2 syllables: outr-un. It rhymes with run and shun, if that helps it stick.

What does outrun mean?

noun

(sheepdog trials) The sheepdog's initial run towards the sheep, done in a curving motion so as not to startle them.

verb

To run faster than.
“Can a tiger outrun a lion?”
To exceed or overextend.

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Words that rhyme with outrun

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run shun stun one sun dun gun fun homespun overdone done overrun

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "outrun"?▾

"Outrun" has 2 syllables: outr · un.

What is the IPA transcription of "outrun"?▾

The IPA transcription of "outrun" is /ˈaʊtɹʌn/.

What does "outrun" mean?▾

Outrun: (sheepdog trials) The sheepdog's initial run towards the sheep, done in a curving motion so as not to startle them.

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