How to Pronounce Pledged

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/plɛdʒd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pledged”

"pledged" has 2 syllables: pledg-ed. It rhymes with wedged and edged, if that helps it stick.

What does pledged mean?

verb

  1. To make a solemn promise (to do something).
  2. To deposit something as a security; to pawn.

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Words that rhyme with pledged

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wedgededgedallegedfledgedhedgeddredgedsedgedsledgedkedgedunhedged

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pledged"?▾

"Pledged" has 2 syllables: pledg · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "pledged"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pledged" is /plɛdʒd/.

What does "pledged" mean?▾

Pledged: To make a solemn promise (to do something).

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