How to Pronounce Preserved

To pronounce "preserved", say PRES-erv-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈzɜːvd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/pɹəˈzɜːvd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “preserved”

"preserved" has 3 syllables: pres-erv-ed. It rhymes with reserved and unnerved, if that helps it stick.

What does preserved mean?

verb

  1. To protect; to keep from harm or injury.

    “Every people have the right to preserve its identity and culture.”

  2. To save from decay by the use of some preservative substance, such as sugar or salt; to season and prepare (fruits, meat, etc.) for storage.

    “to preserve peaches or grapes”

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Words that rhyme with preserved

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reservedunnervedobserveddeservedundeservedcurvedconservedservedunderservednervedswervedunpreserved

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "preserved"?▾

"Preserved" has 3 syllables: pres · erv · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "preserved"?▾

The IPA transcription of "preserved" is /pɹəˈzɜːvd/.

What does "preserved" mean?▾

Preserved: To protect; to keep from harm or injury.

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