How to Pronounce Backpedaled

To pronounce "backpedaled", say BACKP-ed-al-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

BACKP-ed-al-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “backpedaled”

"backpedaled" has 4 syllables: backp-ed-al-ed. It rhymes with meddled and medaled, if that helps it stick.

What does backpedaled mean?

verb

  1. To pedal backwards on a bicycle.
  2. To step backwards.

    “The player had to backpedal before catching the ball.”

Synonyms

climb down

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Words that rhyme with backpedaled

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meddledmedaledmedalledpedaledpedalledpeddledgeduld

Related words

retractedreactedjoggedpivotedtiptoedretreatedrelenteddemurred

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "backpedaled"?▾

"Backpedaled" has 4 syllables: backp · ed · al · ed.

What does "backpedaled" mean?▾

Backpedaled: To pedal backwards on a bicycle.

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