How to Pronounce Distorted

To pronounce "distorted", say DIST-ort-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈtɔːtɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/dɪsˈtɔːtɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “distorted”

"distorted" has 3 syllables: dist-ort-ed. It rhymes with retorted and contorted, if that helps it stick.

What does distorted mean?

verb

To bring something out of shape, to misshape.
To become misshapen.

Synonyms

deform

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Words that rhyme with distorted

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retorted contorted purported thwarted assorted supported escorted courted extorted snorted aborted sorted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "distorted"?▾

"Distorted" has 3 syllables: dist · ort · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "distorted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "distorted" is /dɪsˈtɔːtɪd/.

What does "distorted" mean?▾

Distorted: To bring something out of shape, to misshape.

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