How to Pronounce Tainted

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

tainted

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈteɪntɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tainted”

"tainted" has 2 syllables: taint-ed. It rhymes with acquainted and sainted, if that helps it stick.

What does tainted mean?

verb

To contaminate or corrupt (something) with an external agent, either physically or morally.
To spoil (food) by contamination.

verb

To damage, as a lance, without breaking it; also, to break, as a lance, but usually in an unknightly or unscientific manner.
To hit or touch lightly, in tilting.

adjective

Corrupted or filled with imperfections.
“Hey, get that away from me! It was bought with tainted money.”
(of data) Originating from an untrusted source.
“Do not use tainted values in SQL queries.”

Synonyms

corrupt imperfect impure

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Words that rhyme with tainted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

acquainted sainted painted fainted repainted untainted unpainted feinted fingerpainted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tainted"?▾

"Tainted" has 2 syllables: taint · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "tainted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tainted" is /ˈteɪntɪd/.

What does "tainted" mean?▾

Tainted: To contaminate or corrupt (something) with an external agent, either physically or morally.

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