How to pronounce redheaded
Say it like RED-hed-id. Redheaded has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RED).
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- RED
- hed
- id
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Redheaded pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- hedGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- idKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of redheaded
American and British speakers say redheaded in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛdˌhɛdɪd/ in the US and /ˈrɛdˌhɛdɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: RED-hed-id.
What does redheaded mean?
- Having red hair.
- Having a red head.
Where does redheaded come from?
From red + headed.
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Questions about saying redheaded
How do you pronounce redheaded?
Say RED-hed-id. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛdˌhɛdɪd/. In British English it is /ˈrɛdˌhɛdɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in redheaded?
Redheaded has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RED). Broken into parts: RED · hed · id.
Do Americans and Brits say redheaded the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛdˌhɛdɪd/ and the British form is /ˈrɛdˌhɛdɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.