How to Pronounce "coven"
word
ˈkəvən/, /ˈkoʊvən
KUH-vuhn or KOH-vuhn
kˈʌvən
KUV-uhn
Definition
A coven is a group or gathering of witches who meet regularly, usually to perform rituals or ceremonies. The word is most often used in the context of witchcraft or the supernatural.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkəvən/, /ˈkoʊvən
British English
kˈʌvən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUH-vuhn or KOH-vuhn
UK
KUV-uhn
Listen in Context
The coven met in the forest at midnight.
A coven often has thirteen members.
Sarah read a story about a powerful coven.
Nobody in town wanted to disturb the old coven on the hill.