How to Pronounce Dared

To pronounce "dared", say DAR-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /dɛəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/dɛəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dared”

"dared" has 2 syllables: dar-ed. It rhymes with declared and impaired, if that helps it stick.

What does dared mean?

verb

  1. To have enough courage (to do something).

    “I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.”

  2. To defy or challenge (someone to do something)

    “I dare you (to) kiss that girl.”

verb

  1. To stare stupidly or vacantly; to gaze as though amazed or terrified.
  2. To lie or crouch down in fear.

Words that rhyme with dared

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

declaredimpairedglaredstaredscaredpreparedsharedcaredensnaredflareddespairedsquared

Related words

beardedchallengeddefieddidliedventuredriskedconfronted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dared"?▾

"Dared" has 2 syllables: dar · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "dared"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dared" is /dɛəd/.

What does "dared" mean?▾

Dared: To have enough courage (to do something).

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