How to Pronounce Worn-out

To pronounce "worn-out", say WORN-out — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

WORN-out

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💡 Tip for remembering “worn-out”

"worn-out" has 2 syllables: worn-out.

What does worn-out mean?

adjective

  1. Damaged due to hard or continued use or exposure until no longer useful or effective.

    “He still wears his old worn-out shoes.”

  2. Exhausted or fatigued from exertion.

    “The worn-out soccer players lined up to congratulate the other team.”

Synonyms

outworntired

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Related words

raddledwashed-outwornspentexhaustedfatiguedtiredobsolete

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "worn-out"?▾

"Worn-out" has 2 syllables: worn · out.

What does "worn-out" mean?▾

Worn-out: Damaged due to hard or continued use or exposure until no longer useful or effective.

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