How to pronounce obsessed
Say it like ub-SEST. Obsessed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEST).
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- ub
- SEST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Obsessed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ubKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SESTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of obsessed
American and British speakers say obsessed in essentially the same way: /əbˈsɛst/ in the US and /əbˈsɛst/ in the UK.
British respelling: ub-SEST.
What does obsessed mean?
- having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something“became more and more haunted by the stupid riddle”“was absolutely obsessed with the girl”
- influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion“by love possessed”
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Words that rhyme with obsessed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of obsessed.
Questions about saying obsessed
How do you pronounce obsessed?
Say ub-SEST. The American pronunciation is /əbˈsɛst/. In British English it is /əbˈsɛst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in obsessed?
Obsessed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEST). Broken into parts: ub · SEST.
Do Americans and Brits say obsessed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əbˈsɛst/ and the British form is /əbˈsɛst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.