How to Pronounce Quean

To pronounce "quean", say QUEAN — one syllable, IPA /kwiːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/kwiːn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “quean”

"quean" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with deadpan and span, if that helps it stick.

What does quean mean?

noun

  1. A woman, now especially an impudent or disreputable woman; a prostitute.
  2. A young woman, a girl; a daughter.

Words that rhyme with quean

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

deadpanspandivanclanmanpanfancaravancatamaranharmattantranscan

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quean"?▾

"Quean" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "quean"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quean" is /kwiːn/.

What does "quean" mean?▾

Quean: A woman, now especially an impudent or disreputable woman; a prostitute.

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