How to Pronounce "wean"
word
ˈwin
WEEN
wˈiːn
WEEN
Definition
To gradually stop giving a baby or young animal its mother's milk and start giving it other food. It can also mean slowly helping someone stop depending on something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwin
British English
wˈiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WEEN
UK
WEEN
Listen in Context
It is hard to wean a baby from breastfeeding.
Puppies wean after a few weeks.
Doctors help patients wean off medication safely.
We’re trying to wean her off using her pacifier at night.