How to Pronounce Mule

To pronounce "mule", say MUL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /mjuːl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/mjuːl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mule”

"mule" has 2 syllables: mul-e. It rhymes with cool and vestibule, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: muehl — easy to mix up when writing.

What does mule mean?

noun

  1. The generally sterile male or female hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse.
  2. The generally sterile hybrid offspring of any two species of animals.

verb

  1. To smuggle (illegal drugs).

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Words that rhyme with mule

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coolvestibuletoolridiculefoolrulecruelminusculejewelpooldualschool

Related words

scuffscuffsdonkeyburroslippershuttleskinnerjackass

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mule"?▾

"Mule" has 2 syllables: mul · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "mule"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mule" is /mjuːl/.

What does "mule" mean?▾

Mule: The generally sterile male or female hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse.

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