How to Pronounce Wed

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

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Letters

/ˈwɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wed”

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

Sounds exactly like: wedd, wehde — easy to mix up when writing.

What does wed mean?

verb

  1. To perform the marriage ceremony for; to join in matrimony.

    “The priest wed the couple.”

  2. To take as one's spouse.

    “She wed her first love.”

Synonyms

marry

Words that rhyme with wed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dreadleadheaddeadtreadbloodshedaforesaidembedgodheadthreadshedread

Related words

espousemarrymarriedconjoinwednesdaytiemarriage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wed"?▾

"Wed" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "wed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wed" is /ˈwɛd/.

What does "wed" mean?▾

Wed: To perform the marriage ceremony for; to join in matrimony.

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