How to pronounce "muddied"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "muddied"

Learn how to break down "muddied" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

mud-died
2 syllables

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

M AH1 D IY0 D
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "muddied"

Adjective

  • Made dirty with mud.
  • Made unclear, obfuscated (generally as part of the phrase muddied the water)
    Example: "He muddied the situation until they acquitted in confusion."
  • Made muted of color.
    Example: "The addition of the second batch of paint muddied the bright colors to a dull and washed look."

Verb

  • To get mud on (something).
    Example: "If you muddy your shoes don't wear them inside."
  • To make a mess of, or create confusion with regard to; to muddle.
    Example: "The discussion only muddied their understanding of the subject."

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