How to Pronounce Enfilade

To pronounce "enfilade", say ENF-il-ad-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɛnfəlˈeɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˌɛnfəlˈeɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “enfilade”

"enfilade" has 4 syllables: enf-il-ad-e.

What does enfilade mean?

noun

  1. A line or straight passage, or the position of that which lies in a straight line.
  2. Gunfire directed along the length of a target.

verb

  1. To rake (something) with gunfire.
  2. To be directed toward (something) like enfilading gunfire.

Synonyms

flanking fireraking fireflank

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "enfilade"?▾

"Enfilade" has 4 syllables: enf · il · ad · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "enfilade"?▾

The IPA transcription of "enfilade" is /ˌɛnfəlˈeɪd/.

What does "enfilade" mean?▾

Enfilade: A line or straight passage, or the position of that which lies in a straight line.

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