How to Pronounce Cup-tied

To pronounce "cup-tied", say CUPT-ied — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

CUPT-ied

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💡 Tip for remembering “cup-tied”

"cup-tied" has 2 syllables: cupt-ied.

What does cup-tied mean?

adjective

  1. (of a player) ineligible to compete in a cup competition due to having previously played for a different team in the same competition in the same season.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cup-tied"?▾

"Cup-tied" has 2 syllables: cupt · ied.

What does "cup-tied" mean?▾

Cup-tied: (of a player) ineligible to compete in a cup competition due to having previously played for a different team in the same competition in the same season.

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