How to Pronounce Runaway

To pronounce "runaway", say RUN-aw-ay — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɹʌnəweɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɹʌnəweɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “runaway”

"runaway" has 3 syllables: run-aw-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does runaway mean?

noun

  1. A person or animal that runs away or has run away; a person, animal, or organization that escapes captivity or restrictions.

    “Runaway children are vulnerable to criminal exploitation.”

  2. A vehicle (especially, a train) that is out of control.

adjective

  1. Having run away; escaped; fugitive

    “a runaway thief”

  2. Easily won, as a contest

    “a runaway victory at the polls”

Words that rhyme with runaway

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

fugitivewalkawayromplaugheruncontrolledshoo-inescapedescape

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "runaway"?▾

"Runaway" has 3 syllables: run · aw · ay.

What is the IPA transcription of "runaway"?▾

The IPA transcription of "runaway" is /ˈɹʌnəweɪ/.

What does "runaway" mean?▾

Runaway: A person or animal that runs away or has run away; a person, animal, or organization that escapes captivity or restrictions.

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