How to Pronounce Reserved

To pronounce "reserved", say RES-erv-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈzɜːvd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɹɪˈzɜːvd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “reserved”

"reserved" has 3 syllables: res-erv-ed. It rhymes with unnerved and preserved, if that helps it stick.

What does reserved mean?

verb

  1. To keep back; to retain.

    “We reserve the right to make modifications.”

  2. To keep in store for future or special use.

    “This cake is reserved for the guests!”

adjective

  1. Slow to reveal emotion or opinions.

    “He was a quiet, reserved person.”

  2. Set aside for a particular person or purpose.

    “I'm sorry, sir, but these are reserved seats.”

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Words that rhyme with reserved

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unnervedpreservedobserveddeservedundeservedcurvedconservedservedunderservednervedswervedunpreserved

Related words

undemonstrativereticentunemotionaldiffidentwithdrawnaloofdistantrestrained

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reserved"?▾

"Reserved" has 3 syllables: res · erv · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "reserved"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reserved" is /ɹɪˈzɜːvd/.

What does "reserved" mean?▾

Reserved: To keep back; to retain.

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