How to pronounce coddled
Say it like KOD-uld. Coddled has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOD).
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- KOD
- uld
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Coddled pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KODSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uldKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of coddled
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOD-uld.
What does coddled mean?
- Pampered; overprotected and/or overindulged.
- Stewed or simmered.
- simple past and past participle of coddle How to pronounce coddle
Words that rhyme with coddled
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of coddled.
Questions about saying coddled
How do you pronounce coddled?
Say KOD-uld. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑdəld/. In British English it is /ˈkɒdəld/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in coddled?
Coddled has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOD). Broken into parts: KOD · uld.
Is coddled pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkɒdəld/ (KOD-uld).