How to pronounce anon
Say it like an-AWN. Anon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AWN).
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- an
- AWN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- anGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- AWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of anon
American and British speakers say anon in essentially the same way: /ˌæˈnɔn/ in the US and /əˈnɒn/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-NON.
What does anon mean?
- Soon; in a little while.
- At another time; then; again.
- An anonymous person, traditionally especially a published author but now especially an internet rando.
- A work with an unknown author.
- A work without a title.
Where does anon come from?
From Middle English anoon, anon, anan (literally “in one (moment)”), from on (“in”) + ān (“one”).
Words that rhyme with anon
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of anon.
Questions about saying anon
How do you pronounce anon?
Say an-AWN. The American pronunciation is /ˌæˈnɔn/. In British English it is /əˈnɒn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anon?
Anon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AWN). Broken into parts: an · AWN.
Do Americans and Brits say anon the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌæˈnɔn/ and the British form is /əˈnɒn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.