To pronounce "stressed", say STRESS-ed — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
stressed
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"stressed" has 2 syllables: stress-ed. It rhymes with manifest and crest, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Stressed" has 2 syllables: stress · ed.
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