How to pronounce implied
Say it like im-PLYDE. Implied has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PLYDE).
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- im
- PLYDE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Implied pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PLYDESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of implied
American and British speakers say implied in essentially the same way: /ˌɪmˈplaɪd/ in the US and /ɪmˈplaɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: im-PLYDE.
What does implied mean?
- Suggested without being stated directly; implicated or hinted at.“her implied disapproval of the plan”
- simple past and past participle of imply How to pronounce imply
Words that rhyme with implied
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of implied.
Questions about saying implied
How do you pronounce implied?
Say im-PLYDE. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪmˈplaɪd/. In British English it is /ɪmˈplaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in implied?
Implied has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PLYDE). Broken into parts: im · PLYDE.
Do Americans and Brits say implied the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪmˈplaɪd/ and the British form is /ɪmˈplaɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.