How to Pronounce "invented"
word
/ˌɪnˈvɛntəd/
in-VEN-tuhd
/ɪnvˈɛntɪd/
in-VEN-tid
Definition
Past form of 'invent'. It means created something new for the first time, such as a machine or idea, or made up a story or excuse that is not true.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnˈvɛntəd/
British English
/ɪnvˈɛntɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-VEN-tuhd
UK
in-VEN-tid
Listen in Context
Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone.
She invented a game for the children.
He invented a story about missing the bus.
I think he invented that excuse because he didn’t want to come.