How to Pronounce Despatched

To pronounce "despatched", say DESP-atch-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈspæt͡ʃt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪˈspæt͡ʃt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “despatched”

"despatched" has 3 syllables: desp-atch-ed.

What does despatched mean?

verb

  1. To send (a shipment) with promptness.
  2. To send (a person) away hastily.

Synonyms

destroykillmake hastesend

Related words

dispatchcommuniqueshipmentdeployeddispatchedforwardedsentshipped

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "despatched"?▾

"Despatched" has 3 syllables: desp · atch · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "despatched"?▾

The IPA transcription of "despatched" is /dɪˈspæt͡ʃt/.

What does "despatched" mean?▾

Despatched: To send (a shipment) with promptness.

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