How to Pronounce Guided

To pronounce "guided", say GUID-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡaɪdɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɡaɪdɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “guided”

"guided" has 2 syllables: guid-ed. It rhymes with chided and misguided, if that helps it stick.

What does guided mean?

verb

To serve as a guide for someone or something; to lead or direct in a way; to conduct in a course or path.
To steer or navigate, especially a ship or as a pilot.

adjective

Subject to guidance.

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Words that rhyme with guided

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chided misguided derided divided glided decided resided collided lopsided subdivided confided blindsided

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guided"?▾

"Guided" has 2 syllables: guid · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "guided"?▾

The IPA transcription of "guided" is /ˈɡaɪdɪd/.

What does "guided" mean?▾

Guided: To serve as a guide for someone or something; to lead or direct in a way; to conduct in a course or path.

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