How to Pronounce Wept

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

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Letters

/ˈwɛpt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “wept”

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

What does wept mean?

verb

  1. To cry; shed tears.
  2. To lament; to complain.

Words that rhyme with wept

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

adeptineptpreceptacceptinterceptpreppedleaptsweptycleptleapedcreptstepped

Related words

bawledcriedcrygrievedguttedmournmournedsniveled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wept"?▾

"Wept" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "wept"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wept" is /ˈwɛpt/.

What does "wept" mean?▾

Wept: To cry; shed tears.

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