How to Pronounce Fathered

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

FATH-er-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “fathered”

"fathered" has 3 syllables: fath-er-ed. It rhymes with bothered and grandfathered, if that helps it stick.

What does fathered mean?

verb

  1. To be a father to; to sire.
  2. To give rise to.

Words that rhyme with fathered

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botheredgrandfathered

Related words

motherforefathersirepadrefounderbeginnergenerate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fathered"?▾

"Fathered" has 3 syllables: fath · er · ed.

What does "fathered" mean?▾

Fathered: To be a father to; to sire.

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