How to Pronounce Exercises

To pronounce "exercises", say EX-erc-is-es — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɛksəsaɪzɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈɛksəsaɪzɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “exercises”

"exercises" has 4 syllables: ex-erc-is-es. It rhymes with comprises and criticizes, if that helps it stick.

What does exercises mean?

noun

  1. Any activity designed to develop or hone a skill or ability.

    “The teacher told us that the next exercise is to write an essay.”

  2. Activity intended to improve physical, or sometimes mental, strength and fitness.

    “I do crosswords for mental exercise.”

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.”

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Words that rhyme with exercises

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exercises"?▾

"Exercises" has 4 syllables: ex · erc · is · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "exercises"?▾

The IPA transcription of "exercises" is /ˈɛksəsaɪzɪz/.

What does "exercises" mean?▾

Exercises: Any activity designed to develop or hone a skill or ability.

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