How to Pronounce Withered

To pronounce "withered", say WITH-er-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈwɪðəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈwɪðəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “withered”

"withered" has 3 syllables: with-er-ed.

What does withered mean?

verb

  1. To shrivel, droop or dry up, especially from lack of water.
  2. To cause to shrivel or dry up.

verb

  1. To go against, resist; oppose.

adjective

  1. Shrivelled, shrunken or faded, especially due to lack of water.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "withered"?▾

"Withered" has 3 syllables: with · er · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "withered"?▾

The IPA transcription of "withered" is /ˈwɪðəd/.

What does "withered" mean?▾

Withered: To shrivel, droop or dry up, especially from lack of water.

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