How to Pronounce Made

To pronounce "made", say MAD-e — 2 syllables, IPA /meɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/meɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “made”

"made" has 2 syllables: mad-e. It rhymes with dismayed and accolade, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: maid, mayde — easy to mix up when writing.

What does made mean?

noun

  1. A grub or maggot.

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Words that rhyme with made

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dismayedaccoladerenegadecascadestaidcharadejadeescapaderetrogradepalisadeevadepervade

Related words

successfulready-madedroveharvestpulledbakedshedpointed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "made"?▾

"Made" has 2 syllables: mad · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "made"?▾

The IPA transcription of "made" is /meɪd/.

What does "made" mean?▾

Made: A grub or maggot.

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