How to Pronounce Ridden

To pronounce "ridden", say RIDD-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪdn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

ridden

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹɪdn̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ridden”

"ridden" has 2 syllables: ridd-en. It rhymes with forbidden and overridden, if that helps it stick.

What does ridden mean?

adjective

  1. Full of.
  2. Oppressed, dominated or plagued by.

verb

  1. To transport oneself by sitting on and directing a horse, later also a bicycle etc.
  2. To be transported in a vehicle; to travel as a passenger.

Synonyms

do itget it on

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Words that rhyme with ridden

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forbiddenoverriddenbedriddenbiddenbrydonglidden

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ridden"?▾

"Ridden" has 2 syllables: ridd · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "ridden"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ridden" is /ˈɹɪdn̩/.

What does "ridden" mean?▾

Ridden: Full of.

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