How to Pronounce Said

To pronounce "said", say SAID — one syllable, IPA /sɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/sɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “said”

"said" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with dread and lead, if that helps it stick.

What does said mean?

adjective

  1. Mentioned earlier; aforesaid.

    “The said party has denied the charges.”

verb

  1. To pronounce.

    “Please say your name slowly and clearly.”

  2. To recite.

    “Martha, will you say the Pledge of Allegiance?”

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Words that rhyme with said

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

aforesaidaforementionedsameabovementionedpromisedprecisedmeanwere

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "said"?▾

"Said" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "said"?▾

The IPA transcription of "said" is /sɛd/.

What does "said" mean?▾

Said: Mentioned earlier; aforesaid.

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