fulfil
Fulfil (verb) means british spelling of fulfill: to carry out a promise, duty, or requirement completely. Example: “He fulfilled his contract without a single complaint.”
How to Use Fulfil
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe UK spelling of fulfill — same meaning, one L instead of two before the ending.
British English uses "fulfil"; American English uses "fulfill."
Word Forms
fulfilled past tense, fulfils singular
Synonyms
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “fulfil” mean?
The word “fulfil” means british spelling of fulfill: to carry out a promise, duty, or requirement completely. In plain terms, the UK spelling of fulfill — same meaning, one L instead of two before the ending.
How do you pronounce “fulfil”?
“Fulfil” is pronounced fuul-FIHL (/fʊlˈfɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “fulfil” in a sentence?
Here is “fulfil” used in a sentence: “He fulfilled his contract without a single complaint.”
What part of speech is “fulfil”?
“Fulfil” is a verb.
Is “fulfil” a common word?
“Fulfil” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between fulfil and fulfill?
Fulfil and fulfill mean exactly the same thing, to carry out a promise, duty, or requirement completely. Fulfil is the standard British English spelling, while fulfill with the double L is the American English spelling.
Which spelling should you use, fulfil or fulfill?
Use fulfil if you are writing in British English and fulfill if you are writing in American English, since the choice is purely a matter of regional spelling convention. Both are correct within their respective varieties of English.