How to Pronounce Covered

To pronounce "covered", say COV-er-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkʌvə(ɹ)d/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈkʌvə(ɹ)d/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “covered”

"covered" has 3 syllables: cov-er-ed. It rhymes with discovered and uncovered, if that helps it stick.

What does covered mean?

verb

To place something over or upon, as to conceal or protect.
“He covered the baby with a blanket.”
To be over or upon, as to conceal or protect.
“The blanket covered the baby.”

adjective

Overlaid (with) or enclosed (within something).
Prepared for, or having dealt with, some matter
“With my insurance, I am covered for earthquake damage.”

Synonyms

impregnate

Antonyms

uncovered

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Words that rhyme with covered

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

discovered uncovered quivered undiscovered recovered rivered hovered livered slivered rediscovered

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "covered"?▾

"Covered" has 3 syllables: cov · er · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "covered"?▾

The IPA transcription of "covered" is /ˈkʌvə(ɹ)d/.

What does "covered" mean?▾

Covered: To place something over or upon, as to conceal or protect.

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