How to pronounce copen
Say it like KOH-pun. Copen has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH).
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- KOH
- pun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Copen pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- punKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of copen
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KOH-pun.
What does copen mean?
- To cowrite.
Where does copen come from?
From co- + pen.
Words that rhyme with copen
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of copen.
Questions about saying copen
How do you pronounce copen?
Say KOH-pun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkoʊpən/. In British English it is /ˈkəʊpən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in copen?
Copen has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH). Broken into parts: KOH · pun.
Is copen 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 /ˈkəʊpən/ (KOH-pun).