To pronounce "desired", say DES-ir-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈzaɪəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
desired
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/dɪˈzaɪəd/
IPA
"desired" has 3 syllables: des-ir-ed. It rhymes with inquired and tired, if that helps it stick.
verb
“I desire to speak with you.”
adjective
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Desired" has 3 syllables: des · ir · ed.
The IPA transcription of "desired" is /dɪˈzaɪəd/.
Desired: To want; to wish for earnestly.
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