How to Pronounce Sped

To pronounce "sped", say SPED — one syllable, IPA /spɛd/. 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

/spɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sped”

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

What does sped mean?

verb

  1. To succeed; to prosper, be lucky.
  2. To help someone, to give them fortune; to aid or favour.

    “God speed, until we meet again.”

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Words that rhyme with sped

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sped"?▾

"Sped" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sped"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sped" is /spɛd/.

What does "sped" mean?▾

Sped: To succeed; to prosper, be lucky.

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