How to Pronounce Pled

To pronounce "pled", say PLED — one syllable, IPA /ˈplɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈplɛd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pled”

"pled" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does pled mean?

verb

  1. To present (an argument or a plea), especially in a legal case.

    “The defendant has decided to plead not guilty.”

  2. To beg, beseech, or implore.

    “He pleaded with me not to leave the house.”

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Words that rhyme with pled

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

calledadvocateddeclaredconfessedpressedexpressedarguedbegged

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pled"?▾

"Pled" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pled"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pled" is /ˈplɛd/.

What does "pled" mean?▾

Pled: To present (an argument or a plea), especially in a legal case.

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