How to Pronounce Chained

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/tʃeɪnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chained”

"chained" has 2 syllables: chain-ed. It rhymes with restrained and constrained, if that helps it stick.

What does chained mean?

verb

  1. To fasten something with a chain.
  2. To link multiple items together.

adjective

  1. Bound with chains.
  2. (of data items) Linked in a chain.

Words that rhyme with chained

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

restrainedconstrainedstrainedascertainedunrestrainedordainedexplainedobtaineddrainedattainedunconstrainedingrained

Related words

boundenchainedshackledfetteredcoiledinterlacetransitionlinked

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chained"?▾

"Chained" has 2 syllables: chain · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "chained"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chained" is /tʃeɪnd/.

What does "chained" mean?▾

Chained: To fasten something with a chain.

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