How to Pronounce Whirred

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

WHIRR-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “whirred”

"whirred" has 2 syllables: whirr-ed. It rhymes with absurd and spurred, if that helps it stick.

What does whirred mean?

verb

  1. To move or vibrate (something) with a buzzing sound.
  2. To make a sibilant buzzing or droning sound.

Synonyms

buzzdronehumpurrwhinewhistlewhizz

Words that rhyme with whirred

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

absurdspurredstirredconferredinterrednerddemurredpurredpreferreddeferredinferredconcurred

Related words

whizwhizzbirrpurrchurrclackedhummedthrummed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whirred"?▾

"Whirred" has 2 syllables: whirr · ed.

What does "whirred" mean?▾

Whirred: To move or vibrate (something) with a buzzing sound.

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