How to Pronounce Well-founded

To pronounce "well-founded", say WELLF-ound-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

WELLF-ound-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “well-founded”

"well-founded" has 3 syllables: wellf-ound-ed.

What does well-founded mean?

adjective

  1. Based on reasoning, evidence and good judgement.
  2. Properly substantiated.

Antonyms

ill-founded

Related words

reasonablesensibletenablewell-groundedwell-informedinformedmeaningfulvalid

Frequently asked questions

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

"Well-founded" has 3 syllables: wellf · ound · ed.

What does "well-founded" mean?▾

Well-founded: Based on reasoning, evidence and good judgement.

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