How to Pronounce Embedded

To pronounce "embedded", say EMB-edd-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛmˈbɛdɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɛmˈbɛdɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “embedded”

"embedded" has 3 syllables: emb-edd-ed. It rhymes with dreaded and spearheaded, if that helps it stick.

What does embedded mean?

verb

  1. To lay as in a bed; to lay in surrounding matter; to bed.

    “to embed something in clay, mortar, or sand”

  2. (by extension) To include in surrounding matter.

    “We wanted to embed our reporter with the Fifth Infantry Division, but the Army would have none of it.”

adjective

  1. Part of; firmly, or securely surrounded; lodged solidly into; deep-rooted.
  2. Partially buried in concrete or planted in earth.

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Words that rhyme with embedded

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadedspearheadedhardheadedshreddedimbeddedweddedmuddleheadedheadedthreadedbeddedbeheadedunleaded

Related words

integratedenclosedestablishedcomposeddisposedcomprehensivehiddenimplied

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "embedded"?▾

"Embedded" has 3 syllables: emb · edd · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "embedded"?▾

The IPA transcription of "embedded" is /ɛmˈbɛdɪd/.

What does "embedded" mean?▾

Embedded: To lay as in a bed; to lay in surrounding matter; to bed.

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