How to Pronounce Marcel

To pronounce "marcel", say MARC-el — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

marcel

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

MARC-el

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💡 Tip for remembering “marcel”

"marcel" has 2 syllables: marc-el. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: marcelle — easy to mix up when writing.

What does marcel mean?

noun

  1. A hairstyle characterized by deep waves made by a curling iron.
  2. A marcel wave.

verb

  1. To wave (hair) by the marcel method.
  2. To wave.

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Words that rhyme with marcel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellcitadelravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpel

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "marcel"?▾

"Marcel" has 2 syllables: marc · el.

What does "marcel" mean?▾

Marcel: A hairstyle characterized by deep waves made by a curling iron.

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