How to Pronounce Expected

To pronounce "expected", say EXP-ect-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪksˈpɛktɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪksˈpɛktɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “expected”

"expected" has 3 syllables: exp-ect-ed. It rhymes with dejected and neglected, if that helps it stick.

What does expected mean?

verb

To predict or believe that something will happen
“He never expected to be discovered.”
To consider obligatory or required.

adjective

Anticipated; thought to be about to arrive or occur
“The expected storm never arrived.”

Synonyms

anticipate hope look for await call for demand want

Antonyms

surprising unexpected unlikely

Words that rhyme with expected

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dejected neglected unexpected affected connected collected disconnected reflected selected rejected protected disaffected

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expected"?▾

"Expected" has 3 syllables: exp · ect · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "expected"?▾

The IPA transcription of "expected" is /ɪksˈpɛktɪd/.

What does "expected" mean?▾

Expected: To predict or believe that something will happen

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