How to Pronounce Cede

To pronounce "cede", say CED-e — 2 syllables, IPA /siːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/siːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cede”

"cede" has 2 syllables: ced-e. It rhymes with accede and concede, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: seed — easy to mix up when writing.

What does cede mean?

verb

  1. To give up; yield to another.

    “Edward decided to cede the province.”

  2. To give way.

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Words that rhyme with cede

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accedeconcedeimpedeleadheedprecedeneedseedsupersedesucceedgreedproceed

Related words

surrenderconcedeyielddelivergrantsubmitsuccumbwaive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cede"?▾

"Cede" has 2 syllables: ced · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "cede"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cede" is /siːd/.

What does "cede" mean?▾

Cede: To give up; yield to another.

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