How to Pronounce “Bell”

Free audio in American, British, and Australian English.

IPA Transcription

American (US): /bɛl/
British (UK): /bɛl/

What “Bell” means

proper noun — A surname of Scottish and northern English origin for a bell ringer, bellmaker, or from someone who lived "at the Bell (inn).".

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Bell" mean?

Bell (proper noun): A surname of Scottish and northern English origin for a bell ringer, bellmaker, or from someone who lived "at the Bell (inn).".

How do you pronounce "Bell" in American vs British English?

Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "Bell", /bɛl/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.

What is the IPA transcription of "Bell"?

/bɛl/ in American English, /bɛl/ in British English.

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