How to Pronounce Slowed

To pronounce "slowed", say SLOW-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /sləʊd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/sləʊd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “slowed”

"slowed" has 2 syllables: slow-ed. It rhymes with goad and abode, if that helps it stick.

What does slowed mean?

verb

  1. To make (something) run, move, etc. less quickly; to reduce the speed of.
  2. To keep from going quickly; to hinder the progress of.

Synonyms

decelerateslackendelayhinderretard

Words that rhyme with slowed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

goadabodeloadbestowedmodeodeerodecorrodeforebodeexploderoadimplode

Related words

retardlaggardlarghissimoslowlyslackslow-movingtardilydawdling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slowed"?▾

"Slowed" has 2 syllables: slow · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "slowed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slowed" is /sləʊd/.

What does "slowed" mean?▾

Slowed: To make (something) run, move, etc. less quickly; to reduce the speed of.

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