How to Pronounce Reflected

To pronounce "reflected", say REFL-ect-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈflɛktɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɹɪˈflɛktɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “reflected”

"reflected" has 3 syllables: refl-ect-ed. It rhymes with dejected and neglected, if that helps it stick.

What does reflected mean?

verb

To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.
“A mirror reflects the light that shines on it.”
To be bent back (light, etc.) from a surface.
“The moonlight reflected from the surface of water.”

adjective

Bent or sent back (especially of incident sound or light)
“reflected light or reflected heat”

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Words that rhyme with reflected

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dejected neglected unexpected affected connected collected disconnected expected selected rejected protected disaffected

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reflected"?▾

"Reflected" has 3 syllables: refl · ect · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "reflected"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reflected" is /ɹɪˈflɛktɪd/.

What does "reflected" mean?▾

Reflected: To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.

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