How to Pronounce Ed

To pronounce "ed", say ED — one syllable, IPA /ɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɛd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ed”

"ed" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does ed mean?

noun

  1. Education. Often used in set phrases such as phys ed, driver's ed, special ed, etc.

noun

  1. Edition
  2. Editor

Synonyms

educ.

Words that rhyme with ed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

derdeendeirschoolinginstructionteachingtrainingtuition

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ed"?▾

"Ed" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ed" is /ɛd/.

What does "ed" mean?▾

Ed: Education. Often used in set phrases such as phys ed, driver's ed, special ed, etc.

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