English pronunciation · Words Starting with D
Drawn Pronunciation
Drawn is pronounced DRAWN, IPA /ˈdrɔn/.
DRAWN
US /ˈdrɔn/ · UK /ˈdrɔːn/
Syllables: DRAWN (1 syllable)
verb (past participle of draw) and adjective: Marked out with a pen or pencil, pulled towards something, or looking tired and strained.
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Drawn in a Sentence
- The plans were drawn up last winter.
- She looked drawn after the second night shift.
- He was drawn to the quieter end of the bar.
Common Mispronunciations of Drawn
Not DRAWND
No d belongs at the close. This is an irregular participle and takes an n where most verbs take an ending.
Not DROHN
Round the lips for an open aw. A long oh gives drone instead.
Tip: Drawn out means stretched too long, and withdrawn is built on the same participle.
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