How to pronounce "execute"

execute

Noun
American
/ˈɛksɪˌkjuːt/

Syllable Breakdown

ex e cute

How natives say execute

British
/ˈɛksɪˌkjuːt/

Syllable Breakdown

ex e cute

How natives say execute

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'ex' like in 'extra'.

  • Add 'i' pronounced as 'ih'.

  • End with 'cute' sounding like 'kyoot'.

Common Mistakes

  • ex-ee-cute

  • esk-e-cute

  • ex-i-cute

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'ex' like in 'extra'.

  • Add 'i' pronounced as 'ih'.

  • End with 'cute' sounding like 'kyoot'.

common mistakes

  • ex-ee-cute

  • esk-e-cute

  • ex-i-cute

FAQ

Does 'execute' have a silent letter?

No, all letters are pronounced.

Where is the stress in 'execute'?

The stress is on the first syllable: 'ex'.

Is the 'c' in 'execute' hard or soft?

The first 'c' is soft like 's', the second is hard as 'k'.

Definition

execute

To carry out a task or plan.

Word Family

execution

/ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/

noun

The act of executing.

Example: The execution was flawless.

executor

/ˈɛksɪˌkjuːtər/

noun

A person who executes.

Example: She is the executor of the will.

executive

/ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv/

noun

A person with administrative authority.

Example: The executive made a decision.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Execution has an extra 'sh' sound.

Executor has an 'ər' ending.

Executive starts with 'ig' not 'eks'.

Pro Tips

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/ədˈvæns/

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/ˈɔl.soʊ/

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/ˈɔltər/

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/ˌæp.əˈɹeɪ.təs/

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