How to pronounce allowed
Say it like uh-LOWD. Allowed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOWD).
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- uh
- LOWD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allowed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LOWDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
American vs British pronunciation of allowed
American and British speakers say allowed in essentially the same way: /əˈlaʊd/ in the US and /əˈlaʊd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-LOWD.
What does allowed mean?
- simple past and past participle of allow How to pronounce allow
- Permitted, authorized.“Can she come? -She'll be allowed to go later.”
Words that rhyme with allowed
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Words that sound like allowed
Questions about saying allowed
How do you pronounce allowed?
Say uh-LOWD. The American pronunciation is /əˈlaʊd/. In British English it is /əˈlaʊd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allowed?
Allowed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOWD). Broken into parts: uh · LOWD.
Do Americans and Brits say allowed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈlaʊd/ and the British form is /əˈlaʊd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as allowed?
Allowed sounds the same as aloud in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.