How to Pronounce Added

To pronounce "added", say ADD-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈad.əd]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/[ˈad.əd]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “added”

"added" has 2 syllables: add-ed. It rhymes with madid and padded, if that helps it stick.

What does added mean?

verb

To join or unite (e.g. one thing to another, or as several particulars) so as to increase the number, augment the quantity or enlarge the magnitude, or so as to form into one aggregate.
To sum up; to put together mentally.
“to add numbers”

Synonyms

coalesce join unite bestow give annex augment increase

Antonyms

remove subtract

Words that rhyme with added

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

madid padded badaud madded gadded plaided gadid gladded haddad

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "added"?▾

"Added" has 2 syllables: add · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "added"?▾

The IPA transcription of "added" is /[ˈad.əd]/.

What does "added" mean?▾

Added: To join or unite (e.g. one thing to another, or as several particulars) so as to increase the number, augment the quantity or enlarge the magnitude, or so as to form into one aggregate.

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