How to Pronounce "govern"
word
/ˈɡəvɝn/
GUHV-urn
/ɡˈʌvən/
GUHV-uhn
Definition
To officially control, lead, or have authority over a country, area, or group of people. It can also mean to influence the way something works.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡəvɝn/
British English
/ɡˈʌvən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GUHV-urn
UK
GUHV-uhn
Listen in Context
The president governs the country.
Laws govern our society.
A king used to govern this land.
Who will govern after the election results come out?