How to Pronounce Compelled

To pronounce "compelled", say COMP-ell-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /kəmˈpɛld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/kəmˈpɛld/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “compelled”

"compelled" has 3 syllables: comp-ell-ed. It rhymes with unparalleled and yelled, if that helps it stick.

What does compelled mean?

verb

  1. To drive together, round up
  2. To overpower; to subdue.

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Words that rhyme with compelled

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unparalleledyelledimpelledpropelledmeldquelledheldswelleddispelledexpelledfelledwithheld

Related words

boundconstrainedobligateobligatedbroughtcausedcoercedcommitted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "compelled"?▾

"Compelled" has 3 syllables: comp · ell · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "compelled"?▾

The IPA transcription of "compelled" is /kəmˈpɛld/.

What does "compelled" mean?▾

Compelled: To drive together, round up

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