How to Pronounce "bidden"
word
ˈbɪdɪn
BID-in
bˈɪdən
BID-uhn
Definition
'Bidden' is the archaic past participle of 'bid', meaning to command, order, or invite someone to do something, mainly used in old literature.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɪdɪn
British English
bˈɪdən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BID-in
UK
BID-uhn
Listen in Context
He had bidden them to be silent.
She was bidden to enter the king’s chamber.
All were bidden to attend the feast.
I came, as I was bidden, though I felt uneasy.