How to Pronounce Rotted

To pronounce "rotted", say ROTT-ed — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

ROTT-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “rotted”

"rotted" has 2 syllables: rott-ed. It rhymes with allotted and trotted, if that helps it stick.

What does rotted mean?

verb

  1. To suffer decomposition due to biological action, especially by fungi or bacteria.

    “The apple left in the cupboard all that time had started to rot.”

  2. To decline in function or utility.

    “Your brain will rot if you spend so much time on the computer, Tony!”

adjective

  1. Destroyed or damaged by rot.
  2. Deeply annoyed or irritated.

Synonyms

putrefyrotten

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Words that rhyme with rotted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

allottedtrottedspottedclottedknotteddottedslottedpottedblottedsottedcarotidplotted

Related words

decayedrottenunsoundmaderuinedbuggedremainedstayed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rotted"?▾

"Rotted" has 2 syllables: rott · ed.

What does "rotted" mean?▾

Rotted: To suffer decomposition due to biological action, especially by fungi or bacteria.

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