How to Pronounce "acorn"
word
ˈeɪkɔɹn
AY-korn
ˈeɪkɔːn
AY-kawn
Definition
An acorn is the small, nut-like fruit of an oak tree, usually with a tough shell and a cap, which contains the seed that can grow into a new oak tree.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪkɔɹn
British English
ˈeɪkɔːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AY-korn
UK
AY-kawn
Listen in Context
The squirrel found an acorn under the tree.
An acorn can grow into a big oak tree.
I picked up an acorn in the park.
When I see an acorn, I always think of autumn.