How to Pronounce Conferred

To pronounce "conferred", say CONF-err-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈfɜːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/kənˈfɜːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “conferred”

"conferred" has 3 syllables: conf-err-ed. It rhymes with absurd and spurred, if that helps it stick.

What does conferred mean?

verb

  1. To grant as a possession; to bestow.

    “The college has conferred an honorary degree upon the visiting Prime Minister.”

  2. To talk together, to consult, discuss; to deliberate.

    “They were in a huddle, conferring about something.”

Synonyms

afford

Words that rhyme with conferred

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

absurdspurredstirredinterrednerddemurredpurredpreferreddeferredinferredconcurredword

Related words

bestowedgivenpresentedaccordedacknowledgedacquiredaffordedallocated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "conferred"?▾

"Conferred" has 3 syllables: conf · err · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "conferred"?▾

The IPA transcription of "conferred" is /kənˈfɜːd/.

What does "conferred" mean?▾

Conferred: To grant as a possession; to bestow.

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