How to Pronounce Impound

To pronounce "impound", say IMP-ound — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɪmpaʊ̯nd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɪmpaʊ̯nd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “impound”

"impound" has 2 syllables: imp-ound. It rhymes with profound and expound, if that helps it stick.

What does impound mean?

noun

  1. A place in which things are impounded
  2. A state of being impounded

verb

  1. To shut up or place in an enclosure called a pound

    “His car got impounded after he'd parked illegally.”

  2. To hold back (for example water by a dam)

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Words that rhyme with impound

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

profoundexpoundresoundrenownedsoundconfoundgroundreboundstoundroundcompoundpound

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impound"?▾

"Impound" has 2 syllables: imp · ound.

What is the IPA transcription of "impound"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impound" is /ˈɪmpaʊ̯nd/.

What does "impound" mean?▾

Impound: A place in which things are impounded

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