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rounded

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈraʊndɪd/

rounded means: Having smooth curves instead of sharp corners.

adjective

CURVED EDGESB2

Having smooth curves instead of sharp corners.

  • The table has rounded edges.
  • Choose a chair with a rounded back.
  • These stones are smooth and rounded.

Similar words: curved

Opposites: angular

Common phrases: rounded corners, rounded edges, rounded shape

BALANCED AND COMPLETEB2

Including different sides or experiences, rather than only one, so that it is complete and balanced.

  • She received a rounded education.
  • The interviews give a rounded picture of his life.
  • Travel helped him develop a more rounded view of the world.

Similar words: balanced, well-rounded, comprehensive

Common phrases: rounded education, rounded view, rounded picture

LIP SHAPEC2

Made by bringing your lips together in a circle when speaking.

  • This is a rounded vowel.
  • Keep your lips rounded for this sound.
  • Some languages have front rounded vowels.

Opposites: unrounded

Common phrases: rounded vowel, rounded sound

Questions about rounded

What does rounded mean?

Having smooth curves instead of sharp corners.

What is rounded in other languages?

Türkçe: yuvarlatılmış · Español: redondeado · Français: arrondi · Deutsch: abgerundet · Italiano: arrotondato · 日本語: 丸みを帯びた

How do you pronounce rounded?

It is pronounced /ˈraʊndɪd/.

How do you use rounded in a sentence?

The table has rounded edges. Choose a chair with a rounded back.

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