How to Pronounce Deathbed

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈdɛθˌbɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deathbed”

"deathbed" has 2 syllables: deathb-ed. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does deathbed mean?

noun

  1. The bed on which someone dies.
  2. The last hours before death.

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Words that rhyme with deathbed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

dyingbedsidegravetombsickbedbedboardbedframebedtable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deathbed"?▾

"Deathbed" has 2 syllables: deathb · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "deathbed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deathbed" is /ˈdɛθˌbɛd/.

What does "deathbed" mean?▾

Deathbed: The bed on which someone dies.

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