How to Pronounce Supple

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsʌpəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “supple”

"supple" has 2 syllables: suppl-e. It rhymes with couple and uncouple, if that helps it stick.

What does supple mean?

verb

  1. To make or become supple.
  2. To make compliant, submissive, or obedient.

adjective

  1. Pliant, flexible, easy to bend
  2. Lithe and agile when moving and bending

    “supple joints; supple fingers”

Words that rhyme with supple

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coupleuncouplegrippledrippledecouplestipplequintuplepupalswiplestipelswipplepipul

Related words

limberflexibleflexilelithesomelissomlissomelithesvelte

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "supple"?▾

"Supple" has 2 syllables: suppl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "supple"?▾

The IPA transcription of "supple" is /ˈsʌpəl/.

What does "supple" mean?▾

Supple: To make or become supple.

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