How to Pronounce "ripens"
word
ˈɹaɪpən
RYE-puhn
ɹˈaɪpənz
RYE-punz
Definition
Becomes fully grown or ready to eat, especially used for fruits or crops. It can also mean to develop and become ready for something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪpən
British English
ɹˈaɪpənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RYE-puhn
UK
RYE-punz
Listen in Context
The fruit ripens in summer.
This tomato ripens slowly on the vine.
Rice ripens in the fields before harvest.
The cheese ripens over several months to get its strong flavor.