How to Pronounce Yearn

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/jɜːn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “yearn”

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

What does yearn mean?

verb

  1. To long, have a strong desire (for something).

    “All I yearn for is a simple life.”

  2. To long for something in the past with melancholy, nostalgically.

Words that rhyme with yearn

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

discerntaciturnsternconcernspurnreturndernchurnturnburnunconcernearn

Related words

hankerachelanguishlongyenpinecravelonging

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yearn"?▾

"Yearn" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "yearn"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yearn" is /jɜːn/.

What does "yearn" mean?▾

Yearn: To long, have a strong desire (for something).

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