How to Pronounce Claimed

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/kleɪmd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “claimed”

"claimed" has 2 syllables: claim-ed. It rhymes with exclaimed and ashamed, if that helps it stick.

What does claimed mean?

verb

  1. To demand ownership of.
  2. To state a new fact, typically without providing evidence to prove it is true.

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Words that rhyme with claimed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exclaimedashamedproclaimedmaimedacclaimedunashamedtamedinflameddeclaimedfamedunnamedshamed

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "claimed"?▾

"Claimed" has 2 syllables: claim · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "claimed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "claimed" is /kleɪmd/.

What does "claimed" mean?▾

Claimed: To demand ownership of.

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