How to Pronounce Exercised

To pronounce "exercised", say EX-erc-is-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɛk.sə.saɪzd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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9

Letters

/ˈɛk.sə.saɪzd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “exercised”

"exercised" has 4 syllables: ex-erc-is-ed. It rhymes with surmised and utilized, if that helps it stick.

What does exercised mean?

verb

  1. To exert for the sake of training or improvement; to practice in order to develop.

    “to exercise troops or horses;  to exercise one's brain with a puzzle”

  2. To perform physical activity for health or training.

    “I exercise at the gym every day.”

Words that rhyme with exercised

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

surmisedutilizeddevisedrecognizedostracizedsurprisedscrutinizedmesmerizedchastiseddisguiseddisenfranchisedrealized

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exercised"?▾

"Exercised" has 4 syllables: ex · erc · is · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "exercised"?▾

The IPA transcription of "exercised" is /ˈɛk.sə.saɪzd/.

What does "exercised" mean?▾

Exercised: To exert for the sake of training or improvement; to practice in order to develop.

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