How to Pronounce Cheated

To pronounce "cheated", say CHEAT-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈt͡ʃiɾɨd]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/[ˈt͡ʃiɾɨd]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cheated”

"cheated" has 2 syllables: cheat-ed. It rhymes with conceited and defeated, if that helps it stick.

What does cheated mean?

verb

To violate rules in order to gain advantage from a situation.
“My brother flunked biology because he cheated on his mid-term.”
To be unfaithful to one's spouse or partner.
“After he found out his wife cheated, he left her.”

adjective

Having been deceived.
“The people feel cheated by the government's decision.”

Synonyms

belirt blench break the rules lirt

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Words that rhyme with cheated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conceited defeated depleted treated pleated heated maltreated retreated deleted greeted repeated completed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cheated"?▾

"Cheated" has 2 syllables: cheat · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "cheated"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cheated" is /[ˈt͡ʃiɾɨd]/.

What does "cheated" mean?▾

Cheated: To violate rules in order to gain advantage from a situation.

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