How to Pronounce Well-known

To pronounce "well-known", say WELLKN-own — 2 syllables, IPA /ˌwɛlˈnəʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌwɛlˈnəʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “well-known”

"well-known" has 2 syllables: wellkn-own.

What does well-known mean?

adjective

  1. Familiar, famous, renowned or widely known.
  2. Generally recognised; reserved for some usual purpose.

Related words

knownfamiliarlong-familiarrenownedworld-renownednotedworld-famousdistinguished

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "well-known"?▾

"Well-known" has 2 syllables: wellkn · own.

What is the IPA transcription of "well-known"?▾

The IPA transcription of "well-known" is /ˌwɛlˈnəʊn/.

What does "well-known" mean?▾

Well-known: Familiar, famous, renowned or widely known.

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