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How to pronounce uttered

verbB2Common word
UHderd

/ˈə.ɾɚd̚/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

Form of utter

Uttered is a formal word for producing a sound or saying something aloud.

Produced a short sound, especially a cry, without saying a complete message.

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Meanings & examples

past and past participle

Produced a short sound, especially a cry, without saying a complete message.

The child uttered a sharp cry when the needle touched his arm.

She opened her mouth but uttered no sound.

Good to know

Uttered is formal; said or made is usually more natural in everyday English.

past and past participle

Said something aloud, especially to express a thought, feeling, or message.

He uttered a brief apology and left the room.

The witness finally uttered the name of the suspect.

Useful expressions

utter a word

to say anything

He did not utter a word during the meeting.

utter nonsense

to say or write things that are completely foolish or untrue

That theory is utter nonsense.

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