How to Pronounce Beleaguered

To pronounce "beleaguered", say BEL-eag-uer-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /bɪˈliːɡəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/bɪˈliːɡəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “beleaguered”

"beleaguered" has 4 syllables: bel-eag-uer-ed.

What does beleaguered mean?

verb

  1. To besiege; to surround with troops.
  2. To vex, harass, or beset.

adjective

  1. Besieged; surrounded by enemy troops.

    “a beleaguered stronghold”

  2. Beset by trouble or difficulty.

    “a beleaguered ego”

Antonyms

unbeleaguered

Related words

besiegeteasesurroundcircumventharasspesterbadgerbug

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beleaguered"?▾

"Beleaguered" has 4 syllables: bel · eag · uer · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "beleaguered"?▾

The IPA transcription of "beleaguered" is /bɪˈliːɡəd/.

What does "beleaguered" mean?▾

Beleaguered: To besiege; to surround with troops.

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