How to Pronounce "opens"
word
/ˈoʊpənz/
OH-puhnz
/ˈəʊpənz/
OH-puhnz
Definition
Third-person singular form of 'open'. It means to make something not closed, to become available or start operating, or to begin something such as a meeting, show, or conversation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈoʊpənz/
British English
/ˈəʊpənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-puhnz
UK
OH-puhnz
Listen in Context
He opens the window every morning.
The shop opens at nine.
She opens her book and starts to read.
He always opens the meeting with a quick joke.