How to Pronounce Addressed

To pronounce "addressed", say ADDR-ess-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈdɹɛst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈdɹɛst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “addressed”

"addressed" has 3 syllables: addr-ess-ed. It rhymes with manifest and crest, if that helps it stick.

What does addressed mean?

verb

  1. To prepare oneself.
  2. To direct speech.

adjective

  1. (of a piece of mail or other communication) Listed with sufficient routing information to reach a destination.
  2. Having been the audience for an address, speech or presentation.

Synonyms

beclothedightput onput the moves onromance

Words that rhyme with addressed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

manifestcrestdetestdistressedjestimpressedacquiescedrestchestarrestbequestrequest

Related words

self-addressedstudycitedlistedwrittenreferenceprocessingcalled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "addressed"?▾

"Addressed" has 3 syllables: addr · ess · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "addressed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "addressed" is /əˈdɹɛst/.

What does "addressed" mean?▾

Addressed: To prepare oneself.

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