How to Pronounce Impaled

To pronounce "impaled", say IMP-al-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈpeɪld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪmˈpeɪld/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “impaled”

"impaled" has 3 syllables: imp-al-ed. It rhymes with veiled and wailed, if that helps it stick.

What does impaled mean?

verb

To pierce (something) with any long, pointed object.
To place two coats of arms side by side on the same shield (often those of two spouses upon marriage).

adjective

Pinned to something by piercing.

Synonyms

pale palisade picket fix run through stake stick transfix

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Words that rhyme with impaled

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veiled wailed unveiled assailed curtailed hailed entailed prevailed naled failed railed availed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impaled"?▾

"Impaled" has 3 syllables: imp · al · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "impaled"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impaled" is /ɪmˈpeɪld/.

What does "impaled" mean?▾

Impaled: To pierce (something) with any long, pointed object.

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