How to pronounce eben
Say it like EB-un. Eben has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EB).
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- EB
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eben pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of eben
American and British speakers say eben in essentially the same way: /ˈɛbən/ in the US and /ˈɛbən/ in the UK.
British respelling: EB-un.
What does eben mean?
- Pronunciation spelling of even, representing African-American English.
- Pronunciation spelling of even, representing African-American English.
Words that rhyme with eben
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of eben.
Questions about saying eben
How do you pronounce eben?
Say EB-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛbən/. In British English it is /ˈɛbən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eben?
Eben has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EB). Broken into parts: EB · un.
Do Americans and Brits say eben the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛbən/ and the British form is /ˈɛbən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.