How to Pronounce Petted

To pronounce "petted", say PETT-ed — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

PETT-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “petted”

"petted" has 2 syllables: pett-ed. It rhymes with fetid and indebted, if that helps it stick.

What does petted mean?

verb

  1. To stroke or fondle (an animal).
  2. To stroke or fondle (another person) amorously.

Synonyms

mopepoutfeel upgropetouch uppatsmoothcoddle

Words that rhyme with petted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fetidindebtedvettedfrettedrettedabettedwhettednettedlettedsilhouettedthreatedsweated

Related words

caressingkissingfondlingsnugglingcuddlinghuggingneckingsmooching

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "petted"?▾

"Petted" has 2 syllables: pett · ed.

What does "petted" mean?▾

Petted: To stroke or fondle (an animal).

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