How to Pronounce Abed

To pronounce "abed", say AB-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈbɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/əˈbɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abed”

"abed" has 2 syllables: ab-ed. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does abed mean?

adverb

  1. In bed, or on the bed; confined to bed.
  2. To childbed

Words that rhyme with abed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

retiredabidabdoabelubaidabdabdulabdullah

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abed"?▾

"Abed" has 2 syllables: ab · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "abed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abed" is /əˈbɛd/.

What does "abed" mean?▾

Abed: In bed, or on the bed; confined to bed.

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