How to Pronounce Deserted

To pronounce "deserted", say DES-ert-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈzɜːtəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/dɪˈzɜːtəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deserted”

"deserted" has 3 syllables: des-ert-ed. It rhymes with perverted and diverted, if that helps it stick.

What does deserted mean?

verb

To leave (anything that depends on one's presence to survive, exist, or succeed), especially when contrary to a promise or obligation; to abandon; to forsake.
“You can't just drive off and desert me here, in the middle of nowhere.”
To leave one's duty or post, especially to leave a military or naval unit without permission.
“Anyone found deserting will be punished.”

adjective

(of a place) Abandoned, without people.
Desolate

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Words that rhyme with deserted

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perverted diverted blurted asserted concerted alerted inverted reverted averted converted skirted introverted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deserted"?▾

"Deserted" has 3 syllables: des · ert · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "deserted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deserted" is /dɪˈzɜːtəd/.

What does "deserted" mean?▾

Deserted: To leave (anything that depends on one's presence to survive, exist, or succeed), especially when contrary to a promise or obligation; to abandon; to forsake.

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