How to pronounce formed
Say it like FORMD. Formed is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- FORMD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Formed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FORMDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of formed
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FAWMD.
What does formed mean?
- having or given a form or shape
Words that rhyme with formed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of formed.
Questions about saying formed
How do you pronounce formed?
Say FORMD. The American pronunciation is /fɔrmd/. In British English it is /fɔːmd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in formed?
Formed is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: FORMD.
Is formed pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /fɔːmd/ (FAWMD).