How to Pronounce Repeal

To pronounce "repeal", say REP-eal — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹəˈpiːl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɹəˈpiːl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “repeal”

"repeal" has 2 syllables: rep-eal. It rhymes with zeal and puerile, if that helps it stick.

What does repeal mean?

noun

  1. An act or instance of repealing.

verb

  1. To cancel, invalidate, annul.

    “to repeal a law”

  2. To recall; to summon (a person) again; to bring (a person) back from exile or banishment.

Synonyms

annulcancelinvalidaterevokeveto

Words that rhyme with repeal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

zealpuerilegenteelrevealkeelpealsurrealfeelappealheeldealsqueal

Related words

annulmentannulabrogationrevokerescindcountermandoverturnreverse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "repeal"?▾

"Repeal" has 2 syllables: rep · eal.

What is the IPA transcription of "repeal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "repeal" is /ɹəˈpiːl/.

What does "repeal" mean?▾

Repeal: An act or instance of repealing.

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