How to Pronounce Offered

To pronounce "offered", say OFF-er-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɑfɚd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɑfɚd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “offered”

"offered" has 3 syllables: off-er-ed. It rhymes with coffered and crawford, if that helps it stick.

What does offered mean?

verb

To propose or express one's willingness (to do something).
“She offered to help with her homework.”
To present in words; to proffer; to make a proposal of; to suggest.
“Everybody offered an opinion.”

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Words that rhyme with offered

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coffered crawford crofford lawford mofford offord proffered reoffered spofford swafford swofford wafford

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "offered"?▾

"Offered" has 3 syllables: off · er · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "offered"?▾

The IPA transcription of "offered" is /ˈɑfɚd/.

What does "offered" mean?▾

Offered: To propose or express one's willingness (to do something).

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