🔁 -ED Pronunciation: — /id/
Learn when -ed is pronounced /ɪd/ (adds an extra syllable).
🎯 Level: Intermediate ⏱ Time: 5 minutes 📘 Category: Grammar
📚 Rule
The -ed ending is pronounced /ɪd/ when the base verb ends in:
👉 t or d
⚠️ This is the ONLY time you add an extra syllable.
⚖️ Examples
✅ You hear the extra syllable
❌ Not just want + d
👂 Listening Tip for Spanish Speakers
This one feels natural for Spanish speakers—because you do pronounce -ed.
But keep it short:
❌ want-eed
✅ want-ed → /ɪd/
📚 Quick Practice
Say these aloud and then listen to check:
1. I wanted coffee.
2. She needed help.
3. We waited outside.
4. He started early.
👉 Clear extra syllable at the end.
Mini Challenge: 🌟
Which ones end with /ɪd/?
played
wanted
worked
needed
📚 Key Take away
Remember:
🟢 Final sound = /t/ or /d/ → /ɪd/
🟢 Yes, extra syllable