Joan
pronunciation
How to pronounce Joan in British English:
UK [dʒəʊn]
How to pronounce Joan in American English:
US
Word Origin
- Joan
- fem. proper name, originally Joanna, fem. of Johannes (see John). Often 17c.-18c. used as a generic name for a female rustic. Among U.S. births, a top 10 name for girls born between 1930 and 1937.
Example
- 1. • Joan baez 's red dress .
- 2. My great aunt joan is unusual in her independence .
- 3. One morning last april , joan was lying in bed when the telephone rang .
- 4. Joan is an impressive lady , positive but realistic , reflective but practical .
- 5. Deciding that his future was in new york , he moved to the city and met joan .