How to pronounce impel
Say it like im-PEL. Impel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PEL).
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- im
- PEL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Impel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of impel
American and British speakers say impel in essentially the same way: /ɪmˈpɛl/ in the US and /ɪmˈpɛl/ in the UK.
British respelling: im-PEL.
What does impel mean?
- To urge a person; to press on; to incite to action or motion via intrinsic motivation.
- To drive forward; to propel an object, to provide an impetus for motion or action.“The wind impelled the kayaks toward the shore.”
Where does impel come from?
From Middle English impellen, borrowed from Latin impellō.
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Words that rhyme with impel
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Questions about saying impel
How do you pronounce impel?
Say im-PEL. The American pronunciation is /ɪmˈpɛl/. In British English it is /ɪmˈpɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in impel?
Impel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PEL). Broken into parts: im · PEL.
Do Americans and Brits say impel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪmˈpɛl/ and the British form is /ɪmˈpɛl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.