How to Pronounce Hated

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈheɪtɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hated”

"hated" has 2 syllables: hat-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does hated mean?

verb

  1. To dislike intensely or greatly.
  2. To experience hatred.

    “Do not fear; he who fears hates; he who hates kills. — attributed to Gandhi”

adjective

  1. Disliked; odious; reviled.

Words that rhyme with hated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

scorneddespisedunloveddetestedloathedisgustedlovedguess

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hated"?▾

"Hated" has 2 syllables: hat · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "hated"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hated" is /ˈheɪtɪd/.

What does "hated" mean?▾

Hated: To dislike intensely or greatly.

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