How to Pronounce Combed

To pronounce "combed", say COMB-ed — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

COMB-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “combed”

"combed" has 2 syllables: comb-ed. It rhymes with roamed and domed, if that helps it stick.

What does combed mean?

verb

  1. (especially of hair or fur) To groom with a toothed implement; chiefly with a comb.

    “I need to comb my hair before we leave the house”

  2. To separate choice cotton fibers from worsted cloth fibers.

adjective

  1. Arranged or groomed with a comb

    “combed hair”

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Words that rhyme with combed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

roameddomedfoamedchromedhomeddicomedglycomed

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "combed"?▾

"Combed" has 2 syllables: comb · ed.

What does "combed" mean?▾

Combed: (especially of hair or fur) To groom with a toothed implement; chiefly with a comb.

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