How to Pronounce Hurled

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/hɜːld/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hurled”

"hurled" has 2 syllables: hurl-ed. It rhymes with world and netherworld, if that helps it stick.

What does hurled mean?

verb

  1. To throw (something) with force.
  2. To utter (harsh or derogatory speech), especially at its target.

Words that rhyme with hurled

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

worldnetherworlddreamworldwhirledunderworldswirledfurledtwirledwhorledunfurled

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hurled"?▾

"Hurled" has 2 syllables: hurl · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "hurled"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hurled" is /hɜːld/.

What does "hurled" mean?▾

Hurled: To throw (something) with force.

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