How to Pronounce Vowed

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/vaʊd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vowed”

"vowed" has 2 syllables: vow-ed. It rhymes with shroud and proud, if that helps it stick.

What does vowed mean?

verb

  1. To make a vow; to promise.
  2. To make a vow regarding (something).

    “The wronged woman vowed revenge.”

adjective

  1. Undertaken in accordance with a vow; solemnly promised.

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Words that rhyme with vowed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shroudproudenshroudendowedcowedcrowdavowedloudcloudboweddisavowedplowed

Related words

promisepledgecommittedconfirmedpromisedcommitmentsworeundertook

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vowed"?▾

"Vowed" has 2 syllables: vow · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "vowed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vowed" is /vaʊd/.

What does "vowed" mean?▾

Vowed: To make a vow; to promise.

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