How to Pronounce Begged

To pronounce "begged", say BEGG-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /bɛɡd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/bɛɡd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “begged”

"begged" has 2 syllables: begg-ed. It rhymes with pegged and egged, if that helps it stick.

What does begged mean?

verb

  1. To request the help of someone, often in the form of money.

    “He begged on the street corner from passers-by.”

  2. To plead with someone for help, a favor, etc.; to entreat.

    “He begged her to go to the prom with him.”

Synonyms

supplicate

Antonyms

set aside

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Words that rhyme with begged

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

peggedeggedseguedlegged

Related words

mendicancybeggaryaskedpleadedpledprayedrequestedentreated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "begged"?▾

"Begged" has 2 syllables: begg · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "begged"?▾

The IPA transcription of "begged" is /bɛɡd/.

What does "begged" mean?▾

Begged: To request the help of someone, often in the form of money.

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