Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

turn-on

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: 5.31 in modern English

Syllables
turn-on
IPA
6
Scrabble Score
6
Letters
2
Syllables
5
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Something that attracts, gives pleasure, or encourages, especially sexually.

Example Sentences

Etymology

Deverbal from turn on.

Inflected Forms

turn-ons (plural) turnon (alternative)

Phrases

panty peeler

Frequently Paired Words

aphrodisiac fetish kink panty peeler

Antonyms

turn-off

Questions

What does turn-on mean?
Something that attracts, gives pleasure, or encourages, especially sexually.
Where does turn-on come from?
Deverbal from turn on.

How to pronounce turn-on

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  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “turn-on” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.