How to Pronounce Ratcheted

To pronounce "ratcheted", say RATCH-et-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

RATCH-et-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “ratcheted”

"ratcheted" has 3 syllables: ratch-et-ed.

What does ratcheted mean?

verb

  1. To cause to become incremented or decremented.

    “It's time to ratchet up the intensity level here.”

  2. To increment or decrement.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ratcheted"?▾

"Ratcheted" has 3 syllables: ratch · et · ed.

What does "ratcheted" mean?▾

Ratcheted: To cause to become incremented or decremented.

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