How to Pronounce Pried

To pronounce "pried", say PRIED — one syllable, IPA /pɹɑjd/. 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

/pɹɑjd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pried”

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

Sounds exactly like: pryde, pride — easy to mix up when writing.

What does pried mean?

verb

  1. To look where one is not welcome; to be nosy.
  2. To keep asking about something that does not concern one.

verb

  1. To use leverage to open or widen.

Synonyms

prise (British English)prize

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Words that rhyme with pried

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abidestridesnidechidederideprovideglidepreoccupiedgratifieddignifiedmortifiedidentified

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pried"?▾

"Pried" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pried"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pried" is /pɹɑjd/.

What does "pried" mean?▾

Pried: To look where one is not welcome; to be nosy.

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