How to Pronounce Scanned

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

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Syllables

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Letters

SCANN-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “scanned”

"scanned" has 2 syllables: scann-ed. It rhymes with reprimand and command, if that helps it stick.

What does scanned mean?

verb

  1. To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.

    “She scanned the passage carefully but could not find what she was looking for.”

  2. To look about for; to look over quickly.

    “He scanned the horizon.”

adjective

  1. Converted to a digital format using a scanner.
  2. Seen, looked at.

Words that rhyme with scanned

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reprimandcommandexpanddemandunderstandbandlandbrandstandoffhandgrandhinterland

Related words

scannerdigitizeddashedsortedreadanalyzedconsideredcomputerized

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scanned"?▾

"Scanned" has 2 syllables: scann · ed.

What does "scanned" mean?▾

Scanned: To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.

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