How to Pronounce Aimed

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/eɪmd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aimed”

"aimed" has 2 syllables: aim-ed. It rhymes with exclaimed and ashamed, if that helps it stick.

What does aimed mean?

verb

  1. To point or direct a missile, or a weapon which propels as missile, towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it

    “He aimed at the target, but the arrow flew straight over it.”

  2. To direct the intention or purpose; to attempt the accomplishment of a purpose; to try to gain; to endeavor;—followed by at, or by an infinitive

    “to aim at a pass”

adjective

  1. Directed towards a target.

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Words that rhyme with aimed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exclaimedashamedproclaimedmaimedacclaimedunashamedtamedinflamedclaimeddeclaimedfamedunnamed

Related words

targetedtargetgearedpointedcoveredrunfightoriented

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aimed"?▾

"Aimed" has 2 syllables: aim · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "aimed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aimed" is /eɪmd/.

What does "aimed" mean?▾

Aimed: To point or direct a missile, or a weapon which propels as missile, towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it

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