How to Pronounce Encroached

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

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Syllables

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Letters

ENCR-oach-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “encroached”

"encroached" has 3 syllables: encr-oach-ed. It rhymes with approached and broached, if that helps it stick.

What does encroached mean?

verb

  1. To seize, appropriate
  2. To intrude unrightfully on someone else’s rights or territory

Words that rhyme with encroached

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

approachedbroachedcoachedpoachedroached

Related words

infringeimpingetrenchimpingedinfringedviolatedintrudedintruding

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "encroached"?▾

"Encroached" has 3 syllables: encr · oach · ed.

What does "encroached" mean?▾

Encroached: To seize, appropriate

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