How to pronounce gowan
Say it like GOW-un. Gowan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOW).
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- GOW
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gowan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gowan
American and British speakers say gowan in essentially the same way: /ˈɡaʊən/ in the US and /ˈɡaʊən/ in the UK.
British respelling: GOW-un.
What does gowan mean?
- A common daisy (Bellis perennis).
- Decomposed granite.
Questions about saying gowan
How do you pronounce gowan?
Say GOW-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡaʊən/. In British English it is /ˈɡaʊən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gowan?
Gowan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOW). Broken into parts: GOW · un.
Do Americans and Brits say gowan the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡaʊən/ and the British form is /ˈɡaʊən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.