past form and past participle
Greeted someone warmly when they arrived, or received them in a friendly way.
The host welcomed us at the door.
We were welcomed with open arms.
American English
How to pronounce welcomed
verb · adjectiveA1Very common word
WEHLkmd
/ˈwɛl.km̩d̚/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of welcome
Greeted someone warmly when they arrived, or received them in a friendly way.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
past form and past participle
Accepted something gladly or showed approval of it.
The town welcomed the new park.
Her idea was welcomed by the whole team.
participial adjective
Received gladly or with approval, especially because it is useful or wanted.
The new clinic was a welcomed addition to the neighborhood.
The warmly welcomed proposal moved forward quickly.
Useful expressions
Used to reply when someone thanks you.
“Thanks for your help.” “You’re welcome.”
Used to greet someone who has returned.
Welcome back! How was your trip?
To make someone feel comfortable and accepted.
Our neighbors made us feel welcome.
Related words & forms
As a verb, welcoming drops the final e: welcome → welcoming.