How to Pronounce Impedes

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

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

IMP-ed-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “impedes”

"impedes" has 3 syllables: imp-ed-es. It rhymes with concedes and misdeeds, if that helps it stick.

What does impedes mean?

verb

  1. To get in the way of; to hinder.

Antonyms

assisthelpexpedeexpedite

Words that rhyme with impedes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

concedesmisdeedsprecedesproceedsdeedsweedspedesbreedsfeedsrecedesbeadscedes

Related words

hinderobstructoccludeblockjamaffectsavoidsbarriers

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impedes"?▾

"Impedes" has 3 syllables: imp · ed · es.

What does "impedes" mean?▾

Impedes: To get in the way of; to hinder.

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