How to pronounce slated
Say it like SLAY-tid. Slated has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLAY).
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- SLAY
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Slated pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of slated
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SLAY-tid.
What does slated mean?
- scheduled“The tractor plant is slated for the ax.”
- reviewed unfavorably
- covered with slates
- simple past and past participle of slate How to pronounce slate
Where does slated come from?
From Middle English slattyd, equivalent to slate + -ed.
Words that rhyme with slated
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of slated.
Questions about saying slated
How do you pronounce slated?
Say SLAY-tid. The American pronunciation is /ˈsleɪtɪd/. In British English it is /ˈsleɪtɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in slated?
Slated has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLAY). Broken into parts: SLAY · tid.
Is slated pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈsleɪtɪd/ (SLAY-tid).