How to Pronounce Impulse

To pronounce "impulse", say IMP-uls-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪmpʌls/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɪmpʌls/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “impulse”

"impulse" has 3 syllables: imp-uls-e. It rhymes with pulse and repulse, if that helps it stick.

What does impulse mean?

noun

  1. A thrust; a push; a sudden force that impels.
  2. A wish or urge, particularly a sudden one prompting action.

    “The impulse to learn drove me to study night and day.”

verb

  1. To impel; to incite.

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Words that rhyme with impulse

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pulserepulsegrilsedulsedulcehulcehulse

Related words

impulsionimpetuscapriceurgevagarywhimpulsingmomentum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impulse"?▾

"Impulse" has 3 syllables: imp · uls · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "impulse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impulse" is /ˈɪmpʌls/.

What does "impulse" mean?▾

Impulse: A thrust; a push; a sudden force that impels.

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