How to Pronounce Engulfs

To pronounce "engulfs", say ENG-ulfs — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

ENG-ulfs

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💡 Tip for remembering “engulfs

"engulfs" has 2 syllables: eng-ulfs.

What does engulfs mean?

verb

  1. To overwhelm.

    Desperation engulfed her after her daughter's death.

  2. To surround; to cover.

    Only Noah and his family survived when the Flood engulfed the world.

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How many syllables are in "engulfs"?

"Engulfs" has 2 syllables: eng · ulfs.

What does "engulfs" mean?

Engulfs: To overwhelm.

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