How to Pronounce Merited

To pronounce "merited", say MER-it-ed — 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

MER-it-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “merited”

"merited" has 3 syllables: mer-it-ed. It rhymes with inherited and ferreted, if that helps it stick.

What does merited mean?

verb

  1. To deserve, to earn.

    “Her performance merited wild applause.”

  2. To be deserving or worthy.

    “They were punished as they merited.”

adjective

  1. Deserved

    “It was a merited reward.”

Words that rhyme with merited

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

inheritedferretedneritid

Related words

condignduedeservedearneddeservingworthyworthjustified

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "merited"?▾

"Merited" has 3 syllables: mer · it · ed.

What does "merited" mean?▾

Merited: To deserve, to earn.

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