yawn
verbHow many syllables in yawn?
There is 1 syllable in the word yawn.How to pronounce yawn:
Definition of yawn:
- yawn (verb):
- to open wide gape
- to be open wide as if threatening to engulf someone or something
Synonyms for yawn:
respire
suspire
take a breath
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