How to Pronounce Burdened

To pronounce "burdened", say BURD-en-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

BURD-en-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “burdened”

"burdened" has 3 syllables: burd-en-ed. It rhymes with overburdened and unburdened, if that helps it stick.

What does burdened mean?

verb

  1. To encumber with a literal or figurative burden.

    “to burden a nation with taxes”

  2. To impose, as a load or burden; to lay or place as a burden (something heavy or objectionable).

Words that rhyme with burdened

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

overburdenedunburdened

Related words

encumberedheavy-ladenladenoppressedoverburdenedsaddledbedeviled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "burdened"?▾

"Burdened" has 3 syllables: burd · en · ed.

What does "burdened" mean?▾

Burdened: To encumber with a literal or figurative burden.

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