English pronunciation · Words Starting with R
Raised Pronunciation
Raised is pronounced RAYZD, IPA /ˈreɪzd/.
RAYZD
US /ˈreɪzd/ · UK /ˈreɪzd/
Syllables: RAYZD (1 syllable)
verb (past tense and past participle of raise): The past form of raise, used for anything lifted, increased, or brought up.
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Raised in a Sentence
- They raised the flag at eight.
- She was raised by her grandparents.
- The charity raised nine thousand pounds.
Common Mispronunciations of Raised
Not RAY-zid
One beat still, because a z sound takes a plain d and adds no syllable.
Not RAYST
Hold the d voiced at the end. A t would give raced.
Tip: Raise, raised, and raising all keep that buzzed z in the middle.
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