How to Pronounce Bedridden

To pronounce "bedridden", say BEDR-idd-en — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbɛdɹɪdən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈbɛdɹɪdən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bedridden”

"bedridden" has 3 syllables: bedr-idd-en. It rhymes with forbidden and ridden, if that helps it stick.

What does bedridden mean?

adjective

  1. Confined to bed because of infirmity or illness.

Synonyms

bedboundbedfast

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Words that rhyme with bedridden

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forbiddenriddenoverriddenbiddenbrydonglidden

Related words

bedfastbedridinfirmsickillsick-abedbedboundhousebound

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bedridden"?▾

"Bedridden" has 3 syllables: bedr · idd · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "bedridden"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bedridden" is /ˈbɛdɹɪdən/.

What does "bedridden" mean?▾

Bedridden: Confined to bed because of infirmity or illness.

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