How to Pronounce Deadname

To pronounce "deadname", say DEADN-am-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

DEADN-am-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “deadname”

"deadname" has 3 syllables: deadn-am-e.

What does deadname mean?

noun

  1. A previous name of a person (especially a transgender person) who has since changed their name.

verb

  1. To refer to someone (especially a transgender person) who has changed names by a previous name.

Related words

necronymdeath-namewhasisnamenotnameself-namewhatshisnametonamealias

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deadname"?▾

"Deadname" has 3 syllables: deadn · am · e.

What does "deadname" mean?▾

Deadname: A previous name of a person (especially a transgender person) who has since changed their name.

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