How to Pronounce Supposed

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

SUPP-os-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “supposed”

"supposed" has 3 syllables: supp-os-ed. It rhymes with composed and enclosed, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with supposed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

composedenclosedpredisposedimposeddisclosedexposeddisposedundisclosedjuxtaposedsuperimposedopposedposed

Related words

purportedputativesuppositionalallegedconjecturalintendedreputedexpected

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "supposed"?▾

"Supposed" has 3 syllables: supp · os · ed.

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