How to Pronounce Axle

To pronounce "axle", say AXL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæksəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

axle

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈæksəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “axle”

"axle" has 2 syllables: axl-e. It rhymes with axile and taxel, if that helps it stick.

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

What does axle mean?

noun

  1. Shoulder.

Words that rhyme with axle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

axiletaxelaxelpaxiltrachsel

Related words

lynchpinrodspindleaxeshaftcentrepiececrossbarcountershaft

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "axle"?▾

"Axle" has 2 syllables: axl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "axle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "axle" is /ˈæksəl/.

What does "axle" mean?▾

Axle: Shoulder.

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