How to Pronounce "nun"
word
/ˈnʌn/
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/ˈnʌn/
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Definition
A nun is a woman who belongs to a religious community, especially in the Christian church, and usually lives by special rules of prayer, service, and simple living.
IPA Transcription
American English
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British English
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Simplified Pronunciation
US
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UK
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Listen in Context
The nun works at the school next to our house.
She wants to become a nun one day.
We saw a nun walking near the church.
Her aunt became a nun after college, which surprised the whole family.