How to Pronounce Dedicated

To pronounce "dedicated", say DED-ic-at-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈdɛdɪkeɪtəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈdɛdɪkeɪtəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dedicated”

"dedicated" has 4 syllables: ded-ic-at-ed.

What does dedicated mean?

verb

  1. To set apart for a deity or for religious purposes; consecrate.
  2. To set apart for a special use

    “dedicated their money to scientific research.”

adjective

  1. Devoted; loyal; conscientious.
  2. Used or intended for a particular purpose

Synonyms

devoteallocateearmarkbehallowhallow

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Related words

devotedvotivesacredconsecrateordainedconsecrateddevotionhallowed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dedicated"?▾

"Dedicated" has 4 syllables: ded · ic · at · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "dedicated"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dedicated" is /ˈdɛdɪkeɪtəd/.

What does "dedicated" mean?▾

Dedicated: To set apart for a deity or for religious purposes; consecrate.

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