How to Pronounce Arrested

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈɹɛstɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “arrested”

"arrested" has 3 syllables: arr-est-ed. It rhymes with detested and manifested, if that helps it stick.

What does arrested mean?

verb

  1. To stop the motion of (a person or animal).
  2. To stay, remain.

adjective

  1. Having been stopped or prevented from developing; terminated prematurely.
  2. Having been placed under arrest, or having been charged with a crime.

Synonyms

attractdazzleengageenticeapprehendseizeceasediscontinue

Words that rhyme with arrested

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

detestedmanifestedattestedsuggestedrequestedvestedcongestedwrestedjestedbestedtestedcontested

Related words

inactiveapprehendedapprehenddetainingapprehensioncapturedetaineedetention

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "arrested"?▾

"Arrested" has 3 syllables: arr · est · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "arrested"?▾

The IPA transcription of "arrested" is /əˈɹɛstɪd/.

What does "arrested" mean?▾

Arrested: To stop the motion of (a person or animal).

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