How to Pronounce Seconded

To pronounce "seconded", say SEC-ond-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

SEC-ond-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “seconded”

"seconded" has 3 syllables: sec-ond-ed.

What does seconded mean?

verb

  1. To agree as a second person to (a proposal), usually to reach a necessary quorum of two. (See under #Etymology 3 for translations.)

    “I second the motion.”

  2. To follow in the next place; to succeed.

verb

  1. To transfer temporarily to alternative employment.

    “The army officer was seconded while he held civil office.”

  2. To assist or support; to back.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "seconded"?▾

"Seconded" has 3 syllables: sec · ond · ed.

What does "seconded" mean?▾

Seconded: To agree as a second person to (a proposal), usually to reach a necessary quorum of two. (See under #Etymology 3 for translations.)

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