How to Pronounce Grapnel

To pronounce "grapnel", say GRAPN-el — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɹæpnəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɹæpnəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grapnel”

"grapnel" has 2 syllables: grapn-el. It rhymes with shrapnel and crapnel, if that helps it stick.

What does grapnel mean?

noun

  1. A small anchor, having more than two flukes, used for anchoring a small vessel.
  2. A device with a multiple hook at one end and attached to a rope, which is thrown or hooked over a firm mooring to secure an object attached to the other end of the rope.

verb

  1. To connect (ships) with a grapnel.

Words that rhyme with grapnel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shrapnelcrapneltrapnell

Related words

grapplegrapplerflukecreeperfishrond-anchorstock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grapnel"?▾

"Grapnel" has 2 syllables: grapn · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "grapnel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grapnel" is /ˈɡɹæpnəl/.

What does "grapnel" mean?▾

Grapnel: A small anchor, having more than two flukes, used for anchoring a small vessel.

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