How to Pronounce Tuned

To pronounce "tuned", say TUN-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /tjuːnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/tjuːnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tuned”

"tuned" has 2 syllables: tun-ed. It rhymes with attuned and crooned, if that helps it stick.

What does tuned mean?

verb

  1. To adjust (a musical instrument) so that it produces the correct pitches.

    “to tune a piano or a violin”

  2. To adjust or modify (esp. a mechanical or electrical device) so that it functions optimally.

    “Tune your mind, and anything becomes possible.”

adjective

  1. Adjusted in pitch or resonance.

    “The tuned wind chimes sounded almost like they were playing a melody.”

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Words that rhyme with tuned

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tuned"?▾

"Tuned" has 2 syllables: tun · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "tuned"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tuned" is /tjuːnd/.

What does "tuned" mean?▾

Tuned: To adjust (a musical instrument) so that it produces the correct pitches.

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