How to Pronounce Upturned

To pronounce "upturned", say UPT-urn-ed — 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

UPT-urn-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “upturned”

"upturned" has 3 syllables: upt-urn-ed.

What does upturned mean?

adjective

  1. Turned over; inverted; capsized
  2. (of a nose etc.) turned up at the end

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upturned"?▾

"Upturned" has 3 syllables: upt · urn · ed.

What does "upturned" mean?▾

Upturned: Turned over; inverted; capsized

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