How to Pronounce Hackneyed

To pronounce "hackneyed", say HACKN-ey-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhækniːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈhækniːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hackneyed”

"hackneyed" has 3 syllables: hackn-ey-ed.

What does hackneyed mean?

verb

  1. To make uninteresting or trite by frequent use.
  2. To use as a hackney.

adjective

  1. Repeated too often.

    “The sermon was full of hackneyed phrases and platitudes.”

  2. Let out for hire.

Synonyms

banalclichédcommonplaceshopwornstockthreadbaretimeworntired

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Related words

tritebanalcommonplaceunoriginaltiredtimewornshopwornwell-worn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hackneyed"?▾

"Hackneyed" has 3 syllables: hackn · ey · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "hackneyed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hackneyed" is /ˈhækniːd/.

What does "hackneyed" mean?▾

Hackneyed: To make uninteresting or trite by frequent use.

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