How to Pronounce Sprayed

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/spɹeɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sprayed”

"sprayed" has 2 syllables: spray-ed. It rhymes with dismayed and accolade, if that helps it stick.

What does sprayed mean?

verb

  1. To project a liquid in a dispersive manner toward something.

    “The firemen sprayed the house.”

  2. To project in a dispersive manner.

    “Spray some ointment on that scratch.”

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Words that rhyme with sprayed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dismayedaccoladerenegadecascadestaidcharadejadeescapaderetrogradepalisadeevadepervade

Related words

atomisersprayeratomizerpowderedhosedtreatedpaintedprojected

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sprayed"?▾

"Sprayed" has 2 syllables: spray · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "sprayed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sprayed" is /spɹeɪd/.

What does "sprayed" mean?▾

Sprayed: To project a liquid in a dispersive manner toward something.

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