How to Pronounce Hardwired

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

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Syllables

9

Letters

HARDW-ir-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “hardwired”

"hardwired" has 3 syllables: hardw-ir-ed. It rhymes with hard-wired, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: hard-wired — easy to mix up when writing.

What does hardwired mean?

verb

  1. To connect components by means of permanent electrical wires.
  2. To implement a feature in hardware rather than in software so that it cannot easily be changed.

adjective

  1. Designed to perform a specific task.
  2. (electronic communications) Of devices, closely or tightly coupled.

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Words that rhyme with hardwired

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hardwired"?▾

"Hardwired" has 3 syllables: hardw · ir · ed.

What does "hardwired" mean?▾

Hardwired: To connect components by means of permanent electrical wires.

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