How to Pronounce Rated

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɹeɪtɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rated”

"rated" has 2 syllables: rat-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does rated mean?

verb

  1. To assign or be assigned a particular rank or level.

    “She is rated fourth in the country.”

  2. To evaluate or estimate the value of.

    “They rate his talents highly.”

verb

  1. To berate, scold.

adjective

  1. Scolded, rebuked.
  2. Maximum (load, voltage, etc.) under which a device can function properly

Synonyms

rank

Words that rhyme with rated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

dummyterminatedcategoricaldeterminedskilledviewedvaluedappreciated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rated"?▾

"Rated" has 2 syllables: rat · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "rated"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rated" is /ˈɹeɪtɪd/.

What does "rated" mean?▾

Rated: To assign or be assigned a particular rank or level.

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