How to pronounce closen
Say it like KLOH-sun. Closen has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOH).
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- KLOH
- sun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Closen pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- sunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of closen
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KLOH-sun.
What does closen mean?
- To make or become close.
Where does closen come from?
From close (adjective) + -en.
Words that rhyme with closen
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Questions about saying closen
How do you pronounce closen?
Say KLOH-sun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkloʊsən/. In British English it is /ˈkləʊsən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in closen?
Closen has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOH). Broken into parts: KLOH · sun.
Is closen pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkləʊsən/ (KLOH-sun).