How to Pronounce Invited

To pronounce "invited", say INV-it-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈvaɪtɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

invited

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪnˈvaɪtɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “invited”

"invited" has 3 syllables: inv-it-ed. It rhymes with delighted and benighted, if that helps it stick.

What does invited mean?

verb

To ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.
“We invited our friends round for dinner.”
To request formally.
“I invite you all to be seated.”

adjective

Having been asked to attend.
Having an invitation.

Synonyms

ask out ask for encourage provoke ask beseech entreat request

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Words that rhyme with invited

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

delighted benighted excited blighted ignited expedited incited overexcited shortsighted unrequited cited indicted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "invited"?▾

"Invited" has 3 syllables: inv · it · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "invited"?▾

The IPA transcription of "invited" is /ɪnˈvaɪtɪd/.

What does "invited" mean?▾

Invited: To ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.

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