How to Pronounce Pulse

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/pʊls/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pulse”

"pulse" has 2 syllables: puls-e. It rhymes with impulse and repulse, if that helps it stick.

What does pulse mean?

noun

  1. A normally regular beat felt when arteries are depressed, caused by the pumping action of the heart.
  2. A beat or throb.

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Words that rhyme with pulse

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impulserepulsegrilsedulsedulcehulcehulse

Related words

heartbeatpulsationpulsatethrobbeatimpulseoximetryoximeter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pulse"?▾

"Pulse" has 2 syllables: puls · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "pulse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pulse" is /pʊls/.

What does "pulse" mean?▾

Pulse: A normally regular beat felt when arteries are depressed, caused by the pumping action of the heart.

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