How to Pronounce Gnawed

To pronounce "gnawed", say GNAW-ed — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

GNAW-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “gnawed”

"gnawed" has 2 syllables: gnaw-ed. It rhymes with broad and plod, if that helps it stick.

What does gnawed mean?

verb

  1. To bite something persistently, especially something tough.

    “The dog gnawed the bone until it broke in two.”

  2. To produce excessive anxiety or worry.

    “Her comment gnawed at me all day and I couldn't think about anything else.”

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Words that rhyme with gnawed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

broadplodfacadecodbawdfraudsquadprodroughshodesplanadenododd

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gnawed"?▾

"Gnawed" has 2 syllables: gnaw · ed.

What does "gnawed" mean?▾

Gnawed: To bite something persistently, especially something tough.

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