Bred or Breeded
Learn the correct past tense of 'breed'. Understand why 'bred' is correct and 'breeded' is incorrect.
"Breeded"
Incorrect spelling - "Breeded" is an incorrect form; English does not add -ed to irregular verbs like 'breed'.
""Breeded"" is a common misspelling of ""Bred"". Always use ""Bred"" when referring to the correct word.
"Bred"
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Bred" is the past tense of 'breed', meaning to produce offspring.
Definition of "Bred"
""Bred"": "Bred" is the past tense of 'breed', meaning to produce offspring.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for "Bred"
- • Produced
- • Reproduced
- • Raised
- • Procreated
- • Generated
Usage Examples
"Correct:" They have "bred" strong horses.
"Correct:" The dogs were "bred" for agility.
"Correct:" Farmers "bred" the cattle carefully.
"Correct:" She has "bred" champion rabbits.
"Incorrect:" They have "breeded" strong horses. (correct is "bred")
Notes:
- • "Bred" is irregular past tense.
- • Never use "breeded".
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is "breeded" ever correct?
A: No. Always use 'bred' as past tense of 'breed'.
Q: How to remember it?
A: Irregular verbs do not follow -ed. 'Breed' → 'bred'.
Q: Can I use 'breeded' informally?
A: No, it is never correct.
Q: Example sentence?
A: 'The dogs were bred for agility.'
Q: Synonyms?
A: Raised, produced, procreated, generated.
Summary
The past tense of 'breed' is "Bred". "Breeded" is wrong and should never be used.