Pronunciation: [kˈe͡ɪm tə hˈiːl] (IPA) 
"came to heel" is a common phrase used to describe the act of submitting or obeying someone. The phonetic transcription for this term is /keɪm tə hiːl/. The letter "c" is pronounced with the sound /k/, while "a" and "e" create the sound /eɪ/. The word "to" is pronounced with the sound /tə/ and the word "heel" with /hiːl/. When pronounced together, the phrase sounds like "kaym tuu heel" and is spelled as such.
Came to heel is a phrase that originated from the world of dogs and dog training. It refers to the act of a dog returning to its trainer's side and walking obediently, usually at the trainer's pace and direction.
When a dog is said to have "came to heel," it means that it has responded to a verbal or physical cue from its trainer to come close and walk obediently by the trainer's side. This behavior is often seen as a sign of good training and discipline.
The phrase is also used metaphorically to describe a person or a situation becoming obedient, submissive, or compliant to someone else's request or command. It implies that the person or situation has willingly submitted or fallen in line with another's authority or instructions. It can be used both in positive and negative contexts, depending on the specific circumstances.
For example, if someone is described as having "came to heel," it suggests they have acquiesced to the wishes or demands of someone in a position of authority, oftentimes implying a sense of obedience or subservience. Similarly, if a situation is described as having "came to heel," it means that it has fallen under control or been brought into compliance with a desired outcome or resolution.
