How to Pronounce Grapple

To pronounce "grapple", say GRAPPL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɹæpəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɹæpəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grapple”

"grapple" has 2 syllables: grappl-e. It rhymes with chapel and dapple, if that helps it stick.

What does grapple mean?

noun

  1. A close hand-to-hand struggle; the act of grappling.

verb

  1. To seize something and hold it firmly.
  2. To wrestle or tussle.

Words that rhyme with grapple

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chapeldappleappalrappelthrapplekapellescapplechappel

Related words

wrestlegripwrestlingcontendcopemanage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grapple"?▾

"Grapple" has 2 syllables: grappl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "grapple"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grapple" is /ˈɡɹæpəl/.

What does "grapple" mean?▾

Grapple: A close hand-to-hand struggle; the act of grappling.

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