How to Pronounce Deadhead

To pronounce "deadhead", say DEADH-ead — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɛdhɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdɛdhɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deadhead”

"deadhead" has 2 syllables: deadh-ead. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does deadhead mean?

noun

  1. A fan of the rock band The Grateful Dead.

noun

  1. A person either admitted to a theatrical or musical performance without charge, or paid to attend.
  2. An employee of a transportation company, especially a pilot, traveling as a passenger for logistical reasons, for example to return home or travel to their next assignment.

verb

  1. To admit to a performance without charge.
  2. To travel as a deadhead, or non-paying passenger.

Words that rhyme with deadhead

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

groundlingcome-onheadbangerunderheadfreeloaderairheaddeppheadasshead

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deadhead"?▾

"Deadhead" has 2 syllables: deadh · ead.

What is the IPA transcription of "deadhead"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deadhead" is /ˈdɛdhɛd/.

What does "deadhead" mean?▾

Deadhead: A fan of the rock band The Grateful Dead.

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