How to Pronounce “excerpt”
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- American (US)
- /ˈɛɡzɝ(p)t/
- British (UK)
- /ˈɛɡzɜː(p)t/
- Australian (AU)
- /ˈeɡzɜː(p)t/
What “excerpt” means
noun — A clip, snippet, passage or extract from a larger work such as a news article, a film, or a literary composition.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “excerpt” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈɛɡzɝ(p)t/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "excerpt" mean?
excerpt (noun): A clip, snippet, passage or extract from a larger work such as a news article, a film, or a literary composition.
How do you pronounce "excerpt" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˈɛɡzɝ(p)t/. British English: /ˈɛɡzɜː(p)t/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "excerpt"?
/ˈɛɡzɝ(p)t/ in American English, /ˈɛɡzɜː(p)t/ in British English, /ˈeɡzɜː(p)t/ in Australian English.
Which syllable is stressed in "excerpt"?
“excerpt” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈɛɡzɝ(p)t/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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