To pronounce "surpassed", say SURP-ass-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SURP-ass-ed
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"surpassed" has 3 syllables: surp-ass-ed. It rhymes with aghast and steadfast, if that helps it stick.
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“The former problem student surpassed his instructor's expectations and scored top marks on his examination.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Surpassed" has 3 syllables: surp · ass · ed.
Surpassed: To go beyond, especially in a metaphoric or technical manner; to exceed.
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