How to Pronounce Excel

To pronounce "excel", say EXC-el — 2 syllables, IPA /ɪkˈsɛl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ɪkˈsɛl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “excel”

"excel" has 2 syllables: exc-el. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does excel mean?

verb

  1. To surpass someone or something; to be better or do better than someone or something.

    “I excelled everyone else with my exam results.”

  2. To be much better than others.

Synonyms

rockruleexceedoverstepsurpasstranscendtransgressbetter

Words that rhyme with excel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellcitadelravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpel

Related words

surpassoutperformoutdoexceedoutstripthriveexcellentexcellence

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "excel"?▾

"Excel" has 2 syllables: exc · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "excel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "excel" is /ɪkˈsɛl/.

What does "excel" mean?▾

Excel: To surpass someone or something; to be better or do better than someone or something.

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