How to Pronounce Governed

To pronounce "governed", say GOV-ern-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɡəvɚnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɡəvɚnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “governed”

"governed" has 3 syllables: gov-ern-ed.

What does governed mean?

verb

  1. To make and administer the public policy and affairs of; to exercise sovereign authority in.

    “The old king governed the land wisely.”

  2. To control the actions or behavior of; to keep under control; to restrain.

    “Govern yourselves like civilized people.”

Related words

regulateruleregularizeorderaddressedadjustedadministeredadministrated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "governed"?▾

"Governed" has 3 syllables: gov · ern · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "governed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "governed" is /ˈɡəvɚnd/.

What does "governed" mean?▾

Governed: To make and administer the public policy and affairs of; to exercise sovereign authority in.

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