How to Pronounce Passed

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

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Syllables

Letters

/pɑːst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “passed”

"passed" has 2 syllables: pass-ed. It rhymes with aghast and steadfast, if that helps it stick.

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

What does passed mean?

verb

To change place.
To change in state or status

adjective

That has passed beyond a certain point (chiefly in set collocations).
That has passed a given qualification or examination; qualified.

Synonyms

spend pledge promise vow take heed take notice

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Words that rhyme with passed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aghast steadfast cast downcast vast overcast blast contrast fast outcast iconoclast ghast

Related words

elapse reach return

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "passed"?▾

"Passed" has 2 syllables: pass · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "passed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "passed" is /pɑːst/.

What does "passed" mean?▾

Passed: To change place.

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