How to Pronounce Appeal

To pronounce "appeal", say APP-eal — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈpiːl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈpiːl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “appeal”

"appeal" has 2 syllables: app-eal. It rhymes with zeal and puerile, if that helps it stick.

What does appeal mean?

noun

  1. An application for the removal of a cause or suit from an inferior to a superior judge or court for re-examination or review.
  2. The mode of proceeding by which such removal is effected.

verb

  1. To call upon another to decide a question controverted, to corroborate a statement, to vindicate one's rights, etc.
  2. To call on (someone) for aid

    “I appeal to all of you to help the orphans.”

Words that rhyme with appeal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

zealpuerilegenteelrevealkeelpealsurrealfeelheeldealsquealordeal

Related words

solicitationentreatyinvokecollectionprayercharmappealingnessattract

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "appeal"?▾

"Appeal" has 2 syllables: app · eal.

What is the IPA transcription of "appeal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "appeal" is /əˈpiːl/.

What does "appeal" mean?▾

Appeal: An application for the removal of a cause or suit from an inferior to a superior judge or court for re-examination or review.

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