How to Pronounce Arraigned

To pronounce "arraigned", say ARR-aign-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈɹeɪnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˈɹeɪnd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “arraigned”

"arraigned" has 3 syllables: arr-aign-ed. It rhymes with restrained and constrained, if that helps it stick.

What does arraigned mean?

verb

To officially charge someone in a court of law.
“He was arraigned in Washington, D.C., on the 25th of that month on charges of treason.”
To call to account, or accuse, before the bar of reason, taste, or any other tribunal.

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Words that rhyme with arraigned

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restrained constrained strained ascertained unrestrained ordained explained obtained drained attained unconstrained ingrained

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "arraigned"?▾

"Arraigned" has 3 syllables: arr · aign · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "arraigned"?▾

The IPA transcription of "arraigned" is /əˈɹeɪnd/.

What does "arraigned" mean?▾

Arraigned: To officially charge someone in a court of law.

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