How to Pronounce Embroiled

To pronounce "embroiled", say EMBR-oil-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

EMBR-oil-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “embroiled”

"embroiled" has 3 syllables: embr-oil-ed. It rhymes with soiled and roiled, if that helps it stick.

What does embroiled mean?

verb

  1. To draw into a situation; to cause to be involved.

    “Avoid him. He will embroil you in his fights.”

  2. To implicate in confusion; to complicate; to jumble.

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Words that rhyme with embroiled

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

soiledroiledcoiledfoiledrecoiledtoiledspoiledunspoiledboiledoiledbroileduncoiled

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "embroiled"?▾

"Embroiled" has 3 syllables: embr · oil · ed.

What does "embroiled" mean?▾

Embroiled: To draw into a situation; to cause to be involved.

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