How to Pronounce Wanted

To pronounce "wanted", say WANT-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈwɒntʰɪd]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/[ˈwɒntʰɪd]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wanted”

"wanted" has 2 syllables: want-ed. It rhymes with daunted and undaunted, if that helps it stick.

What does wanted mean?

verb

To wish for or desire (something); to feel a need or desire for; to crave or demand.
“What do you want to eat? I want you to leave. I never wanted to go back to live with my mother.”
(in particular) To wish, desire or demand to see, have the presence of or do business with.
“Danish police want him for embezzlement.”

adjective

Wished for; desired; sought
Subject to immediate detainment by law enforcement authorities on sight.

Synonyms

set one's heart on wish would like without in need need

Antonyms

unwanted

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Words that rhyme with wanted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

daunted undaunted vaunted haunted taunted flaunted unwanted jaunted monod

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wanted"?▾

"Wanted" has 2 syllables: want · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "wanted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wanted" is /[ˈwɒntʰɪd]/.

What does "wanted" mean?▾

Wanted: To wish for or desire (something); to feel a need or desire for; to crave or demand.

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