How to pronounce ebon
Say it like EB-un. Ebon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EB).
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- EB
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ebon 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 ebon
American and British speakers say ebon in essentially the same way: /ˈɛbən/ in the US and /ˈɛbən/ in the UK.
British respelling: EB-un.
What does ebon mean?
- Ebony; an ebony tree.
- Made of ebony.
- Black in color.
Questions about saying ebon
How do you pronounce ebon?
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 ebon?
Ebon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EB). Broken into parts: EB · un.
Do Americans and Brits say ebon 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.