How to Pronounce Mishandled

To pronounce "mishandled", say MISH-andl-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

10

Letters

MISH-andl-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “mishandled”

"mishandled" has 3 syllables: mish-andl-ed. It rhymes with handled and manhandled, if that helps it stick.

What does mishandled mean?

verb

  1. To manipulate something roughly, causing physical damage.

    “If you mishandle a fragile package, the contents may break.”

  2. To deal with a situation incorrectly or ineffectively; to make a mistake in handling a situation.

    “The prime minister was accused of mishandling the diplomatic crisis.”

Synonyms

mismanagehandleincorrectlymisuseroughly

Words that rhyme with mishandled

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

handledmanhandledsandaledsandalledcandleddandled

Related words

mismanagedmismanagehandledmistreatedmanhandledbungledmismanagementmistreatment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mishandled"?▾

"Mishandled" has 3 syllables: mish · andl · ed.

What does "mishandled" mean?▾

Mishandled: To manipulate something roughly, causing physical damage.

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