How to Pronounce Stairwell

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

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

STAIRW-ell

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💡 Tip for remembering “stairwell”

"stairwell" has 2 syllables: stairw-ell. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does stairwell mean?

noun

  1. A shaft in a multi-story building enclosing a stairway or staircase.

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Words that rhyme with stairwell

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellcitadelravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpel

Related words

staircasestairsstairstairwayladderupstairsdriveshaftfire

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stairwell"?▾

"Stairwell" has 2 syllables: stairw · ell.

What does "stairwell" mean?▾

Stairwell: A shaft in a multi-story building enclosing a stairway or staircase.

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