How to Pronounce Rowan

To pronounce "rowan", say ROW-an — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹaʊ.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɹaʊ.ən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “rowan”

"rowan" has 2 syllables: row-an. It rhymes with foehn and throw-in, if that helps it stick.

What does rowan mean?

noun

Sorbus aucuparia, the European rowan.
Any of various small deciduous trees or shrubs of genus Sorbus, belonging to the rose family, with pinnate leaves, corymbs of white flowers, and usually with orange-red berries.

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Words that rhyme with rowan

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foehn throw-in proin cowen growan protozoan sewen blow-in powan

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rowan"?▾

"Rowan" has 2 syllables: row · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "rowan"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rowan" is /ˈɹaʊ.ən/.

What does "rowan" mean?▾

Rowan: Sorbus aucuparia, the European rowan.

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