How to Pronounce Dispensed

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

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DISP-ens-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “dispensed”

"dispensed" has 3 syllables: disp-ens-ed. It rhymes with incensed and against, if that helps it stick.

What does dispensed mean?

verb

  1. To issue, distribute, or give out.
  2. To apply, as laws to particular cases; to administer; to execute; to manage; to direct.

    “to dispense justice”

Words that rhyme with dispensed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

incensedagainstcondensedcommencedsensedtensedunfencedfenced

Related words

distributedabandonedabolishedadministeredallocatedallotmentapportionedawarded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dispensed"?▾

"Dispensed" has 3 syllables: disp · ens · ed.

What does "dispensed" mean?▾

Dispensed: To issue, distribute, or give out.

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