How to pronounce rationed
Say it like RASH-und. Rationed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RASH).
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- RASH
- und
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rationed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RASHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- undKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rationed
American and British speakers say rationed in essentially the same way: /ˈræʃənd/ in the US and /ˈræʃənd/ in the UK.
British respelling: RASH-und.
Other ways to say rationed
Rationed also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- RAY-shund /ˈreɪʃənd/
What does rationed mean?
- simple past and past participle of ration How to pronounce ration
Words that rhyme with rationed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rationed.
Questions about saying rationed
How do you pronounce rationed?
Say RASH-und. The American pronunciation is /ˈræʃənd/. In British English it is /ˈræʃənd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rationed?
Rationed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RASH). Broken into parts: RASH · und.
Do Americans and Brits say rationed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræʃənd/ and the British form is /ˈræʃənd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.