How to pronounce accepted
Say it like ak-SEP-tid. Accepted has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEP).
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- ak
- SEP
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Accepted pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- akKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- SEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of accepted
American and British speakers say accepted in essentially the same way: /ækˈsɛptɪd/ in the US and /əkˈsɛptɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uk-SEP-tid.
What does accepted mean?
- generally approved or compelling recognition“several accepted techniques for treating the condition”“his recognized superiority in this kind of work”
Where does accepted come from?
From accept + -ed.
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Questions about saying accepted
How do you pronounce accepted?
Say ak-SEP-tid. The American pronunciation is /ækˈsɛptɪd/. In British English it is /əkˈsɛptɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in accepted?
Accepted has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEP). Broken into parts: ak · SEP · tid.
Do Americans and Brits say accepted the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ækˈsɛptɪd/ and the British form is /əkˈsɛptɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.