How to Pronounce Complicated

To pronounce "complicated", say COMPL-ic-at-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “complicated”

"complicated" has 4 syllables: compl-ic-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does complicated mean?

verb

  1. To make complex; to modify so as to make something intricate or difficult.
  2. To involve in a convoluted matter.

    “Don't complicate yourself in issues that are beyond the scope of your understanding.”

adjective

  1. Difficult or convoluted.

    “It seems this complicated situation will not blow over soon.”

  2. Folded longitudinally (as in the wings of certain insects).

Synonyms

embroilentangleintricatemiremix up

Antonyms

simple

Words that rhyme with complicated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

complexinvolvedintricateelaboratetrickyburdensomeonerousarduous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "complicated"?▾

"Complicated" has 4 syllables: compl · ic · at · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "complicated"?▾

The IPA transcription of "complicated" is /ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd/.

What does "complicated" mean?▾

Complicated: To make complex; to modify so as to make something intricate or difficult.

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