How to Pronounce Closed

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

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Syllables

Letters

/kləʊzd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “closed”

"closed" has 2 syllables: clos-ed. It rhymes with composed and enclosed, if that helps it stick.

What does closed mean?

verb

(physical) To remove a gap.
(social) To finish, to terminate.

adjective

Sealed, made inaccessible or impassable; not open.
(of a store or business) Not operating or conducting trade.

Synonyms

narrow shut close off close up cover shut off close down

Antonyms

extend widen open begin commence

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Words that rhyme with closed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

composed enclosed predisposed imposed disclosed exposed disposed undisclosed juxtaposed superimposed supposed opposed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "closed"?▾

"Closed" has 2 syllables: clos · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "closed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "closed" is /kləʊzd/.

What does "closed" mean?▾

Closed: (physical) To remove a gap.

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