How to Pronounce Mistimed

To pronounce "mistimed", say MIST-im-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

8

Letters

MIST-im-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “mistimed”

"mistimed" has 3 syllables: mist-im-ed.

What does mistimed mean?

verb

  1. To do at the wrong time; especially to misjudge the timing of coordinated events.

    “I mistimed my leap and fell flat on my face.”

adjective

  1. Done at the wrong time.

    “My mistimed leap was declared a false start since I leaped before the gun.”

Synonyms

ill-timedinopportune

Related words

anachronismmisdatingill-timedinopportuneout-of-timemisintendedmisconceivedmisguided

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mistimed"?▾

"Mistimed" has 3 syllables: mist · im · ed.

What does "mistimed" mean?▾

Mistimed: To do at the wrong time; especially to misjudge the timing of coordinated events.

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