How to Pronounce Propelled

To pronounce "propelled", say PROP-ell-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

PROP-ell-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “propelled”

"propelled" has 3 syllables: prop-ell-ed. It rhymes with compelled and unparalleled, if that helps it stick.

What does propelled mean?

verb

  1. To provide an impetus for motion or physical action, to cause to move in a certain direction; to drive forward.
  2. To provide an impetus for non-physical change, to make to arrive to a certain situation or result.

Synonyms

drivepush

Antonyms

resthaltstaystop

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Words that rhyme with propelled

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compelledunparalleledyelledimpelledmeldquelledheldswelleddispelledexpelledfelledwithheld

Related words

propulsivedynamicdynamicalpropellentpropellantacceleratedbolsteredboosted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "propelled"?▾

"Propelled" has 3 syllables: prop · ell · ed.

What does "propelled" mean?▾

Propelled: To provide an impetus for motion or physical action, to cause to move in a certain direction; to drive forward.

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