How to Pronounce Described

To pronounce "described", say DESCR-ib-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

DESCR-ib-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “described”

"described" has 3 syllables: descr-ib-ed. It rhymes with ascribed and circumscribed, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with described

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ascribedcircumscribedinscribedproscribedtranscribedimbibedprescribedgibedkibedoversubscribedsubscribedbribed

Related words

delineatedelineatedrepresentedaddressedadvisedanalyzedannotatedanticipated

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How many syllables are in "described"?▾

"Described" has 3 syllables: descr · ib · ed.

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