How to Pronounce "ripen"
word
ˈɹaɪpən
RY-puhn
ɹˈaɪpən
RY-puhn
Definition
To become fully grown and ready to eat or use, especially fruit or crops. Can also mean becoming mature or reaching the right stage for something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪpən
British English
ɹˈaɪpən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RY-puhn
UK
RY-puhn
Listen in Context
Bananas ripen after a few days at room temperature.
Tomatoes ripen on the vine.
Grapes need warm weather to ripen properly.
Let the peaches ripen before you eat them—they’ll taste much sweeter.