How to Pronounce Gazelle

To pronounce "gazelle", say GAZ-ell-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɡəˈzɛl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɡəˈzɛl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gazelle”

"gazelle" has 3 syllables: gaz-ell-e. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does gazelle mean?

noun

  1. An antelope of either of the genera Gazella (mostly native to Africa) or Procapra (native to Asia), capable of running at high speeds for long periods.

Words that rhyme with gazelle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellcitadelravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpel

Related words

goiteredghazalarielgoaadmigazelalgazel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gazelle"?▾

"Gazelle" has 3 syllables: gaz · ell · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "gazelle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gazelle" is /ɡəˈzɛl/.

What does "gazelle" mean?▾

Gazelle: An antelope of either of the genera Gazella (mostly native to Africa) or Procapra (native to Asia), capable of running at high speeds for long periods.

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