How to Pronounce Belted

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbɛltɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “belted”

"belted" has 2 syllables: belt-ed. It rhymes with melted and felted, if that helps it stick.

What does belted mean?

verb

  1. To encircle.

    “The small town was belted by cornfields in all directions.”

  2. To fasten a belt on.

    “Edgar belted himself in and turned the car's ignition.”

adjective

  1. (of a garment) Fitted with a belt.
  2. Wearing a belt.

Synonyms

gulppoundslurpcirclegirdlesurroundbucklefasten

Words that rhyme with belted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

meltedfeltedpeltedweltedsmelted

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "belted"?▾

"Belted" has 2 syllables: belt · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "belted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "belted" is /ˈbɛltɪd/.

What does "belted" mean?▾

Belted: To encircle.

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