How to pronounce repulsed
Say it like ree-PUHLST. Repulsed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PUHLST).
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- ree
- PUHLST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Repulsed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- PUHLSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of repulsed
American and British speakers say repulsed in essentially the same way: /riˈpʌlst/ in the US and /riˈpʌlst/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-PUHLST.
What does repulsed mean?
- simple past and past participle of repulse How to pronounce repulse
Questions about saying repulsed
How do you pronounce repulsed?
Say ree-PUHLST. The American pronunciation is /riˈpʌlst/. In British English it is /riˈpʌlst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in repulsed?
Repulsed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PUHLST). Broken into parts: ree · PUHLST.
Do Americans and Brits say repulsed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈpʌlst/ and the British form is /riˈpʌlst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.