How to Pronounce Excitement

To pronounce "excitement", say EXC-it-em-ent — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “excitement”

"excitement" has 4 syllables: exc-it-em-ent. It rhymes with indictment and incitement, if that helps it stick.

What does excitement mean?

noun

  1. The state of being excited (emotionally aroused).
  2. Something that excites.

Words that rhyme with excitement

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

indictmentincitementfrightment

Related words

excitationexhilarationhullabalooagitationturmoilupheavalexcitingthriller

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "excitement"?▾

"Excitement" has 4 syllables: exc · it · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "excitement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "excitement" is /ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/.

What does "excitement" mean?▾

Excitement: The state of being excited (emotionally aroused).

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