How to Pronounce Approved

To pronounce "approved", say APPR-ov-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

APPR-ov-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “approved”

"approved" has 3 syllables: appr-ov-ed. It rhymes with improved and moved, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with approved

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

improvedmovedremovedprovedunmoveddisprovedunimproveddisapprovedunapprovedgroovedunprovedhooved

Related words

authorizedsanctionedapprovalacceptedreceivedacknowledgedendorsementendorse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "approved"?▾

"Approved" has 3 syllables: appr · ov · ed.

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