How to Pronounce Befall

To pronounce "befall", say BEF-all — 2 syllables, IPA /bɪˈfɔːl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/bɪˈfɔːl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “befall”

"befall" has 2 syllables: bef-all. It rhymes with squall and banal, if that helps it stick.

What does befall mean?

noun

Case; instance; circumstance; event; incident; accident.

verb

To fall upon; fall all over; overtake
“At dusk an unusual calm befalls the wetlands.”
To happen.

Synonyms

come to pass occur transpire

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Words that rhyme with befall

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squall banal appall pall call gall forestall recall stall protocol fall brawl

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "befall"?▾

"Befall" has 2 syllables: bef · all.

What is the IPA transcription of "befall"?▾

The IPA transcription of "befall" is /bɪˈfɔːl/.

What does "befall" mean?▾

Befall: Case; instance; circumstance; event; incident; accident.

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