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awen
AH-wen
ˈɑːwɛnListen
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Syllable breakdown
awen
Dictionary meaning
A concept in Welsh and Breton poetry meaning divine inspiration, particularly the inspirational muse of poetry and creative arts.
History and origin
Welsh/Breton — 'flowing spirit, inspiration'.
Common mispronunciations
AW-enah-WEN
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