How to Pronounce Went

To pronounce "went", say WENT — one syllable, IPA /went/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

Letters

/went/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “went”

"went" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: wente, wendt — easy to mix up when writing.

What does went mean?

verb

To move:
(chiefly of a machine) To work or function (properly); to move or perform (as required).
“The engine just won't go anymore.”

verb

To turn; change.
To direct (one's way or course); pursue one's way; proceed upon some course or way.
“We wended our weary way westward.”

noun

A course; a way, a path; a journey.

Synonyms

become change into turn cross draw drift fare move to betake oneself gone

Antonyms

freeze halt remain stand still stay stop

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Words that rhyme with went

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lament augment content present discontent dissent torment assent repent circumvent represent malcontent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "went"?▾

"Went" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "went"?▾

The IPA transcription of "went" is /went/.

What does "went" mean?▾

Went: To move:

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