How to Pronounce Axel

To pronounce "axel", say AX-el — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæk.səl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈæk.səl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “axel”

"axel" has 2 syllables: ax-el. It rhymes with axle and axile, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: axle — easy to mix up when writing.

What does axel mean?

noun

  1. A jump that includes one (or more than one) complete turn and a half turn while in the air.

Synonyms

axel jump

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Words that rhyme with axel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

axleaxiletaxelpaxiltrachsel

Related words

axleexcelboyalexaxlexelsvendouble-full

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "axel"?▾

"Axel" has 2 syllables: ax · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "axel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "axel" is /ˈæk.səl/.

What does "axel" mean?▾

Axel: A jump that includes one (or more than one) complete turn and a half turn while in the air.

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