English pronunciation · Words Starting with R
Raven Pronunciation
Raven is pronounced RAY-vuhn, IPA /ˈreɪvən/.
RAY-vuhn
US /ˈreɪvən/
Syllables: RAY · vuhn (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun: A large black bird of the crow family, known for its deep croaking call.
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Raven in a Sentence
- A raven landed on the fence and watched us eat.
- Ravens are said to have lived at the Tower of London for centuries.
- The poem is about a raven that will not leave.
Common Mispronunciations of Raven
Not RA-vuhn
Lengthen the opening vowel until it matches the ay in day. A flat a turns it into something closer to ravel.
Not ruh-VEN
The two halves are not equal. Hit RAY and let the ending fall away to a weak vuhn.
Tip: Raven rhymes with haven.
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