How to pronounce kokan
Say it like KOH-kun. Kokan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH).
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- KOH
- kun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kokan 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.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of kokan
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KOH-kun.
What does kokan mean?
- Alternative form of kokum.
Words that rhyme with kokan
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kokan.
Questions about saying kokan
How do you pronounce kokan?
Say KOH-kun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkoʊkən/. In British English it is /ˈkəʊkən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kokan?
Kokan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH). Broken into parts: KOH · kun.
Is kokan 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 /ˈkəʊkən/ (KOH-kun).