How to Pronounce Muscle

To pronounce "muscle", say MUSCL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈməsəɫ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈməsəɫ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/mˈʌsəl/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “muscle”

Break "muscle" into 2 beats and lean on "MUSCL" — that's the stressed one.

What does muscle mean?

noun

  1. A contractile form of tissue which animals use to effect movement.
  2. An organ composed of muscle tissue.

verb

  1. To use force to make progress, especially physical force.
  2. To move forcefully or with great strength.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "muscle"?▾

To pronounce "muscle", say MUSCL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈməsəɫ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "muscle"?▾

"Muscle" has 2 syllables: muscl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "muscle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "muscle" is /ˈməsəɫ/.

What does "muscle" mean?▾

Muscle: A contractile form of tissue which animals use to effect movement.

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