betrothed
adjectiveHow many syllables in betrothed?
There are 2 syllables in the word betrothed.How to pronounce betrothed:
Definition of betrothed:
- betrothed (adjective):
- engaged to be married
- adjective. pledged to be married.
Synonyms for betrothed:
affianced
bespoken
committed
engaged
pledged
plighted
promised
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