How to Pronounce "mean"
word
/ˈmin/
MEEN
/mˈiːn/
MEEN
Definition
To express or represent something; also used to describe what someone intends or intends to say. It can mean having a certain significance or being unkind or cruel when referring to a person's behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmin/
British English
/mˈiːn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MEEN
UK
MEEN
Listen in Context
What does this word mean?
I didn't mean to hurt you.
He is very mean to his little brother.
What do you mean by that?