How to Pronounce Pegged

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/pɛɡd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pegged”

"pegged" has 2 syllables: pegg-ed. It rhymes with begged and egged, if that helps it stick.

What does pegged mean?

verb

  1. To fasten using a peg.

    “Let's peg the rug to the floor.”

  2. To affix or pin.

    “I found a tack and pegged your picture to the bulletin board.”

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Words that rhyme with pegged

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beggedeggedseguedlegged

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pegged"?▾

"Pegged" has 2 syllables: pegg · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "pegged"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pegged" is /pɛɡd/.

What does "pegged" mean?▾

Pegged: To fasten using a peg.

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