How to Pronounce Damaged

To pronounce "damaged", say DAM-ag-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdæmɪdʒd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdæmɪdʒd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “damaged”

"damaged" has 3 syllables: dam-ag-ed. It rhymes with undamaged, if that helps it stick.

What does damaged mean?

verb

  1. To impair the soundness, goodness, or value of; to harm or cause destruction.

    “Be careful not to damage any of the fragile items while unpacking them.”

  2. To undergo damage.

adjective

  1. Suffered a damage.

Synonyms

defectivefaultyinjuredwounded

Antonyms

completeperfectundamaged

Words that rhyme with damaged

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

undamaged

Related words

mangledmutilateddilapidatedhurtramshacklebroken-backedbeat-upbattered

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "damaged"?▾

"Damaged" has 3 syllables: dam · ag · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "damaged"?▾

The IPA transcription of "damaged" is /ˈdæmɪdʒd/.

What does "damaged" mean?▾

Damaged: To impair the soundness, goodness, or value of; to harm or cause destruction.

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