How to Pronounce Turned

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

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Syllables

Letters

/tɜːnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “turned”

"turned" has 2 syllables: turn-ed. It rhymes with unconcerned and discerned, if that helps it stick.

What does turned mean?

verb

(heading) to make a non-linear physical movement.
(heading) To change condition or attitude.

Synonyms

become get go rotate complete go bad go off sour

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Words that rhyme with turned

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unconcerned discerned concerned spurned burned unearned returned earned adjourned churned interned sunburned

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "turned"?▾

"Turned" has 2 syllables: turn · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "turned"?▾

The IPA transcription of "turned" is /tɜːnd/.

What does "turned" mean?▾

Turned: (heading) to make a non-linear physical movement.

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