How to Pronounce Med

To pronounce "med", say MED — one syllable, IPA /mɛːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/mɛːd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “med”

"med" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does med mean?

noun

  1. (chiefly in the plural) Medications, especially prescribed psychoactive medications.

    “He's been very strange. I wonder if he's not been taking his meds.”

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to the practice of medicine.

    “Do you have any medical experience?”

  2. Intended to have a therapeutic effect; medicinal.

    “medical marijuana; medical cannabis; medical treatment”

Synonyms

curativetherapeutic

Words that rhyme with med

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "med"?▾

"Med" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "med"?▾

The IPA transcription of "med" is /mɛːd/.

What does "med" mean?▾

Med: (chiefly in the plural) Medications, especially prescribed psychoactive medications.

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