How to Pronounce Swept

To pronounce "swept", say SWEPT — one syllable, IPA /ˈswɛpt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈswɛpt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “swept”

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

What does swept mean?

verb

  1. To clean (a surface) by means of a stroking motion of a broom or brush.

    “to sweep a floor, the street, or a chimney”

  2. To move through a (horizontal) arc or similar long stroke.

    “The offended countess swept out of the ballroom.”

Words that rhyme with swept

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

adeptineptpreceptacceptinterceptpreppedleaptycleptleapedweptcreptstepped

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swept"?▾

"Swept" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "swept"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swept" is /ˈswɛpt/.

What does "swept" mean?▾

Swept: To clean (a surface) by means of a stroking motion of a broom or brush.

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