How to Pronounce Circled

To pronounce "circled", say CIRCL-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɜː(ɹ)kəld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

circled

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsɜː(ɹ)kəld/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “circled”

"circled" has 2 syllables: circl-ed. It rhymes with encircled, if that helps it stick.

What does circled mean?

verb

  1. To travel around along a curved path.

    “The wolves circled the herd of deer.”

  2. To surround.

    “A high fence circles the enclosure.”

adjective

  1. Marked with a surrounding circle or ellipse; ringed.

    “the circled items in a list”

  2. Having the form of a circle; round.

Words that rhyme with circled

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

encircled

Related words

movingmarkedblastedviolatedflewoverflewblewencircled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "circled"?▾

"Circled" has 2 syllables: circl · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "circled"?▾

The IPA transcription of "circled" is /ˈsɜː(ɹ)kəld/.

What does "circled" mean?▾

Circled: To travel around along a curved path.

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