# compel vs compile

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### compel
*verb · IPA /kəmˈpɛl/ · frequency rank #20,067*
To drive together, round up.

### compile
*verb · IPA /kəmˈpaɪl/ · frequency rank #17,572*
To make by gathering pieces from various sources.

## Source
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