How to Pronounce Runaways

To pronounce "runaways", say RUN-aw-ays — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

RUN-aw-ays

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💡 Tip for remembering “runaways”

"runaways" has 3 syllables: run-aw-ays. It rhymes with gaze and malaise, if that helps it stick.

What does runaways 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.

Words that rhyme with runaways

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gazemalaisehazeblazedazeblaseappraiseablazeraisegrazepraisecraze

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "runaways"?▾

"Runaways" has 3 syllables: run · aw · ays.

What does "runaways" mean?▾

Runaways: 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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