How to Pronounce Wounded

To pronounce "wounded", say WOUND-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwuːndɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈwuːndɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wounded”

"wounded" has 2 syllables: wound-ed.

What does wounded mean?

verb

  1. To hurt or injure (someone) by cutting, piercing, or tearing the skin.

    “The police officer wounded the suspect during the fight that ensued.”

  2. To hurt (a person's feelings).

    “The actor's pride was wounded when the leading role went to his rival.”

adjective

  1. Suffering from a wound, especially one acquired in battle from a weapon, such as a gun or a knife.

    “A wounded soldier.”

  2. Suffering from an emotional injury.

    “My wounded pride never recovered from her rejection.”

Synonyms

hurtimbruedinjureddamagedtraumatised

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Related words

hurtbruisedinjuredmaimedvulnerosetraumainjuryinjure

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wounded"?▾

"Wounded" has 2 syllables: wound · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "wounded"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wounded" is /ˈwuːndɪd/.

What does "wounded" mean?▾

Wounded: To hurt or injure (someone) by cutting, piercing, or tearing the skin.

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