How to Pronounce Well-bred

To pronounce "well-bred", say WELLBR-ed — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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WELLBR-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “well-bred”

"well-bred" has 2 syllables: wellbr-ed. It rhymes with hellbred, if that helps it stick.

What does well-bred mean?

adjective

  1. (of animals) Of good breed.
  2. (by extension) Well-mannered and refined because of a good upbringing and education.

Words that rhyme with well-bred

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hellbred

Related words

well-manneredrefinedwellbredhighbredill-bredtruebredthoroughbredbrood

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "well-bred"?▾

"Well-bred" has 2 syllables: wellbr · ed.

What does "well-bred" mean?▾

Well-bred: (of animals) Of good breed.

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