How to Pronounce Putrefied

To pronounce "putrefied", say PUTR-ef-ied — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PUTR-ef-ied

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💡 Tip for remembering “putrefied”

"putrefied" has 3 syllables: putr-ef-ied. It rhymes with vitrified and nitrified, if that helps it stick.

What does putrefied mean?

verb

  1. To become filled with a pus-like or bile-like substance.
  2. To reach an advanced stage of decomposition.

Synonyms

decayfesterrot

Words that rhyme with putrefied

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vitrifiednitrified

Related words

putridputrifiedrottenmaggotyputrescentrottingexcrementsrancid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "putrefied"?▾

"Putrefied" has 3 syllables: putr · ef · ied.

What does "putrefied" mean?▾

Putrefied: To become filled with a pus-like or bile-like substance.

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