How to Pronounce "beckoned"
word
ˈbɛkənd
BEK-und
bˈɛkənd
BEK-uhnd
Definition
To make a gesture (often with your hand or head) to ask someone to come closer or follow you. It can also mean to attract or lure someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛkənd
British English
bˈɛkənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEK-und
UK
BEK-uhnd
Listen in Context
The teacher beckoned the student to his desk.
He beckoned to me from across the street.
The warm light from the cafe beckoned us inside on the cold night.
She smiled and beckoned me over to join her at the table.