How to Pronounce Fooled

To pronounce "fooled", say FOOL-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /fuːld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/fuːld/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fooled”

"fooled" has 2 syllables: fool-ed. It rhymes with ridiculed and drooled, if that helps it stick.

What does fooled mean?

verb

  1. To trick; to deceive
  2. To act in an idiotic manner; to act foolishly

Words that rhyme with fooled

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ridiculeddrooledruledcooledschooledtooledgouldsupercooledpooledwooldspooledpuled

Related words

mugginsschlemieldopeysapheadanserinechumpcockamamytomfool

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fooled"?▾

"Fooled" has 2 syllables: fool · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "fooled"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fooled" is /fuːld/.

What does "fooled" mean?▾

Fooled: To trick; to deceive

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