How to Pronounce Exemplify

To pronounce "exemplify", say EX-empl-ify — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛɡˈzɛmplɪfaɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɛɡˈzɛmplɪfaɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “exemplify”

"exemplify" has 3 syllables: ex-empl-ify. It rhymes with wry and rectify, if that helps it stick.

What does exemplify mean?

verb

  1. To show or illustrate by example.
  2. To be an instance of or serve as an example.

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Words that rhyme with exemplify

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wryrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycryally

Related words

representtypifyinstanceillustratedemonstrateexampleepitomizeembody

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exemplify"?▾

"Exemplify" has 3 syllables: ex · empl · ify.

What is the IPA transcription of "exemplify"?▾

The IPA transcription of "exemplify" is /ɛɡˈzɛmplɪfaɪ/.

What does "exemplify" mean?▾

Exemplify: To show or illustrate by example.

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