How to Pronounce Compelling

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

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “compelling”

"compelling" has 3 syllables: comp-ell-ing. It rhymes with dwelling and quelling, if that helps it stick.

What does compelling mean?

verb

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

noun

  1. An act of compulsion; an obliging somebody to do something.

adjective

  1. Strongly or irresistibly evoking interest or attention.

    “There are compelling reasons why a manager should have previous experience.”

  2. Forceful.

    “The politician had compelling ambition.”

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Words that rhyme with compelling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dwellingquellingtellingexpellingforetellingelongpropellingrepellingswellingyellingstorytellingshelling

Related words

powerfulpersuasiveengagingrivetingeye-catchingfascinatingappealingattractive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "compelling"?▾

"Compelling" has 3 syllables: comp · ell · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "compelling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "compelling" is /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/.

What does "compelling" mean?▾

Compelling: To drive together, round up

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