How to Pronounce Aroused

To pronounce "aroused", say AR-ous-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈɹaʊzd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/əˈɹaʊzd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aroused”

"aroused" has 3 syllables: ar-ous-ed. It rhymes with roused and housed, if that helps it stick.

What does aroused mean?

verb

  1. To stimulate feelings.

    “The new building proposals in the village are arousing unneeded discomfort.”

  2. To sexually stimulate.

    “I can't keep my eyes off the dancer; she arouses me greatly.”

Synonyms

sex upturn onanimateenergizeinspirerousewake up

Words that rhyme with aroused

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rousedhousedbrowsedespouseddrowsedwarehousedlouseddowseddelousedbowsed

Related words

ablazeaflameagitatedawakenedemotionalexcitedhornypassionate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aroused"?▾

"Aroused" has 3 syllables: ar · ous · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "aroused"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aroused" is /əˈɹaʊzd/.

What does "aroused" mean?▾

Aroused: To stimulate feelings.

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