How to Pronounce Messed

To pronounce "messed", say MESS-ed — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

messed

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

MESS-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “messed”

"messed" has 2 syllables: mess-ed. It rhymes with manifest and crest, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: mest — easy to mix up when writing.

What does messed mean?

verb

  1. (transitive, often used with "up") To make untidy or dirty.
  2. (transitive, often used with "up") To throw into disorder or to ruin.

verb

  1. To take meals with a mess.
  2. To belong to a mess.

Words that rhyme with messed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

manifestcrestdetestdistressedjestimpressedacquiescedrestchestarrestbequestrequest

Related words

muddlemessinessmussmussinesswadheapmucklemickle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "messed"?▾

"Messed" has 2 syllables: mess · ed.

What does "messed" mean?▾

Messed: (transitive, often used with "up") To make untidy or dirty.

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