How to Pronounce Run-down

To pronounce "run-down", say RUND-own — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

RUND-own

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💡 Tip for remembering “run-down”

"run-down" has 2 syllables: rund-own. It rhymes with frown and crown, if that helps it stick.

What does run-down mean?

adjective

  1. (of a person) Tired and exhausted.
  2. (of a place) Decrepit.

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Words that rhyme with run-down

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frowncrowndownrenowntownletdownmeltdownbrown

Related words

decrepitwornwoebegonecreakymalfunctioningnonfunctionalflea-bittentired

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "run-down"?▾

"Run-down" has 2 syllables: rund · own.

What does "run-down" mean?▾

Run-down: (of a person) Tired and exhausted.

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