How to Pronounce Interned

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

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INT-ern-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “interned”

"interned" has 3 syllables: int-ern-ed. It rhymes with unconcerned and discerned, if that helps it stick.

What does interned mean?

verb

  1. To imprison somebody, usually without trial.

    “The US government interned thousands of Japanese-Americans during World War II.”

  2. To internalize.

verb

  1. To work as an intern. Usually with little or no pay or other legal prerogatives of employment, for the purpose of furthering a program of education.

    “I'll be interning at Universal Studios this summer.”

Words that rhyme with interned

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unconcerneddiscernedconcernedspurnedburnedturnedunearnedreturnedearnedadjournedchurnedsunburned

Related words

housemaninterneinternistaccommodatedadmittedcommittedconfineddetained

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "interned"?▾

"Interned" has 3 syllables: int · ern · ed.

What does "interned" mean?▾

Interned: To imprison somebody, usually without trial.

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