How to Pronounce Nodded

To pronounce "nodded", say NODD-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɒdɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈnɒdɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nodded”

"nodded" has 2 syllables: nodd-ed. It rhymes with lauded and plodded, if that helps it stick.

What does nodded mean?

verb

  1. To incline the head up and down, as to indicate agreement.
  2. To briefly incline the head downwards as a cursory greeting.

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Words that rhyme with nodded

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

laudedploddedproddedapplaudeddefraudedwaddedcrawdadcaudadpoddedaudadcoddedsodded

Related words

droopingpendulousnappingdrowsingdozyasleepdozingdrowsy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nodded"?▾

"Nodded" has 2 syllables: nodd · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "nodded"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nodded" is /ˈnɒdɪd/.

What does "nodded" mean?▾

Nodded: To incline the head up and down, as to indicate agreement.

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