How to Pronounce Braindead

To pronounce "braindead", say BRAIND-ead — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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BRAIND-ead

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💡 Tip for remembering “braindead”

"braindead" has 2 syllables: braind-ead. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does braindead mean?

adjective

  1. Having an irreversible loss of brain function and cessation of brain activity.
  2. Having no useful thoughts; stupid; ditzy.

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Words that rhyme with braindead

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dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

dead-borndead-heartedhalf-deadpredeadliving-impairedstill-bornstone-deaddeadverbal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "braindead"?▾

"Braindead" has 2 syllables: braind · ead.

What does "braindead" mean?▾

Braindead: Having an irreversible loss of brain function and cessation of brain activity.

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