How to Pronounce Curdled

To pronounce "curdled", say CURDL-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

7

Letters

CURDL-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “curdled”

"curdled" has 2 syllables: curdl-ed. It rhymes with girdled and hurdled, if that helps it stick.

What does curdled mean?

verb

  1. To form curds so that it no longer flows smoothly; to cause to form such curds. (usually said of milk)

    “Too much lemon will curdle the milk in your tea.”

  2. To clot or coagulate; to cause to congeal, such as through cold. (metaphorically of blood)

adjective

  1. Containing curds.
  2. Coagulated

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Words that rhyme with curdled

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girdledhurdled

Related words

coagulategrumosegrumouscoagulatedthickcurdyclabberedcruddy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "curdled"?▾

"Curdled" has 2 syllables: curdl · ed.

What does "curdled" mean?▾

Curdled: To form curds so that it no longer flows smoothly; to cause to form such curds. (usually said of milk)

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