How to Pronounce Stone

To pronounce "stone", say STON-e — 2 syllables, IPA /stɐʉn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/stɐʉn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stone”

"stone" has 2 syllables: ston-e. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does stone mean?

noun

A hard earthen substance that can form large rocks.
A small piece of stone, a pebble.

verb

To pelt with stones, especially to kill by pelting with stones.
“She got stoned to death after they found her.”
To wall with stones.

adjective

Constructed of stone.
“stone walls”
Having the appearance of stone.
“stone pot”

Synonyms

rock calculus pip pit pebble chill chill out chillax hang out rilek

Antonyms

pillow princess

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Words that rhyme with stone

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moan groan drone bemoan cornerstone tone condone unknown cyclone atone baritone monotone

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stone"?▾

"Stone" has 2 syllables: ston · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "stone"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stone" is /stɐʉn/.

What does "stone" mean?▾

Stone: A hard earthen substance that can form large rocks.

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