How to Pronounce Grapples

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

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Syllables

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Letters

GRAPPL-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “grapples”

"grapples" has 2 syllables: grappl-es. It rhymes with dapples and apples, if that helps it stick.

What does grapples 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.

noun

  1. A tool with claws or hooks which is used to catch or hold something.

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Words that rhyme with grapples

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dapplesapplespineappleschapelsnapolesapelleskrapelssnapples

Related words

wrestlegripwrestlingcontendcopemanage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grapples"?▾

"Grapples" has 2 syllables: grappl · es.

What does "grapples" mean?▾

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

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