How to Pronounce Nacelle

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

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/nəˈsɛl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nacelle”

"nacelle" has 3 syllables: nac-ell-e. It rhymes with facile and vassal, if that helps it stick.

What does nacelle mean?

noun

  1. A separate streamlined enclosure mounted on an aircraft to house an engine, cargo, or crew.
  2. The part between the tower and rotor of a wind turbine.

Words that rhyme with nacelle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilevassalhasslecastlegraciletasselmasclepasselsphacelwrastlerasslephasel

Related words

gondolabezelcasingshelteraccommodationlodgingbuckethousing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nacelle"?▾

"Nacelle" has 3 syllables: nac · ell · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "nacelle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nacelle" is /nəˈsɛl/.

What does "nacelle" mean?▾

Nacelle: A separate streamlined enclosure mounted on an aircraft to house an engine, cargo, or crew.

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