How to Pronounce Ran

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

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Letters

/ɹæn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ran”

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

Sounds exactly like: ranh, rahn, rann — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ran mean?

verb

  1. To run.

verb

  1. To move swiftly.
  2. (fluids) To flow.

Words that rhyme with ran

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

deadpanspandivanclanmanpanfanqueancaravancatamaranharmattantran

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ran"?▾

"Ran" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ran"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ran" is /ɹæn/.

What does "ran" mean?▾

Ran: To run.

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