How to Pronounce Treated

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈtɹiːtɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “treated”

"treated" has 2 syllables: treat-ed. It rhymes with conceited and defeated, if that helps it stick.

What does treated mean?

verb

To negotiate, discuss terms, bargain (for or with).
To discourse; to handle a subject in writing or speaking; to conduct a discussion.
“Cicero's writing treats mainly of old age and personal duty.”

Synonyms

leech make better behandle

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Words that rhyme with treated

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conceited defeated depleted pleated cheated heated maltreated retreated deleted greeted repeated completed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "treated"?▾

"Treated" has 2 syllables: treat · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "treated"?▾

The IPA transcription of "treated" is /ˈtɹiːtɪd/.

What does "treated" mean?▾

Treated: To negotiate, discuss terms, bargain (for or with).

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