How to Pronounce Quells

To pronounce "quells", say QUELLS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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QUELLS

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💡 Tip for remembering “quells”

"quells" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with parallels and compels, if that helps it stick.

What does quells mean?

noun

  1. A subduing.

verb

  1. To subdue, to put down; to silence or force (someone) to submit.
  2. To suppress, to put an end to (something); to extinguish.

    “to quell grief”

noun

  1. A source, especially a spring.
  2. An emotion or sensation which rises suddenly.

Words that rhyme with quells

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

parallelscompelsfarewellsseashellsstairwellsbellsshellsspellsswellsyellsbombshellspropels

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quells"?▾

"Quells" has one syllable.

What does "quells" mean?▾

Quells: A subduing.

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