How to Pronounce Written

To pronounce "written", say WRITT-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪtn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɹɪtn̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “written”

"written" has 2 syllables: writt-en. It rhymes with smitten and kitten, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: ryton — easy to mix up when writing.

What does written mean?

verb

To form letters, words or symbols on a surface in order to communicate.
“The pupil wrote his name on the paper.”
To be the author of (a book, article, poem, etc.).
“My uncle writes newspaper articles for The Herald.”

adjective

Of, relating, or characteristic of writing (i.e., of that which has been written).
Having been written.
“I can speak Japanese fairly well, but I have no understanding whatsoever of written Japanese.”

Synonyms

author pen save store sit inscribe scrawl scribble

Antonyms

load read retrieve oral verbal unwritten

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Words that rhyme with written

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

smitten kitten mitten frostbitten handwritten bitten unwritten typewritten rewritten overwritten

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "written"?▾

"Written" has 2 syllables: writt · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "written"?▾

The IPA transcription of "written" is /ˈɹɪtn̩/.

What does "written" mean?▾

Written: To form letters, words or symbols on a surface in order to communicate.

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