How to Pronounce Exclaim

To pronounce "exclaim", say EXCL-aim — 2 syllables, IPA /ɛkˈskleɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɛkˈskleɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “exclaim”

"exclaim" has 2 syllables: excl-aim. It rhymes with proclaim and dame, if that helps it stick.

What does exclaim mean?

noun

  1. Exclamation; outcry, clamor.

verb

  1. To cry out suddenly, from some strong emotion.
  2. To say suddenly and with strong emotion.

Words that rhyme with exclaim

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proclaimdameframeshameacclaimaflameflamesamenamedefamegameclaim

Related words

outcryshoutcrypromulgateproclaimpsalmistexclame

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exclaim"?▾

"Exclaim" has 2 syllables: excl · aim.

What is the IPA transcription of "exclaim"?▾

The IPA transcription of "exclaim" is /ɛkˈskleɪm/.

What does "exclaim" mean?▾

Exclaim: Exclamation; outcry, clamor.

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