How to Pronounce Impaling

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɪmˈpeɪlɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “impaling”

"impaling" has 3 syllables: imp-al-ing. It rhymes with prevailing and wailing, if that helps it stick.

What does impaling mean?

verb

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

noun

  1. The act of something being impaled.

Synonyms

palepalisadepicketfixrun throughstakesticktransfix

Words that rhyme with impaling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

prevailingwailingunveilingtrailingunavailingflailingtailingrailingsailingveilingscalingdetailing

Related words

spikestakeempaletransfiximpalationimpinginginflictionimpact

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impaling"?▾

"Impaling" has 3 syllables: imp · al · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "impaling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impaling" is /ɪmˈpeɪlɪŋ/.

What does "impaling" mean?▾

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

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