To pronounce "worsted", say WORST-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwʊs.tɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
worsted
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/ˈwʊs.tɪd/
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"worsted" has 2 syllables: worst-ed. It rhymes with oersted and thirsted, if that helps it stick.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Worsted" has 2 syllables: worst · ed.
The IPA transcription of "worsted" is /ˈwʊs.tɪd/.
Worsted: Yarn made from long strands of wool.
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