How to pronounce exe
Say it like EKS. Exe is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- EKS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of exe
American and British speakers say exe in essentially the same way: /ɛks/ in the US and /ɛks/ in the UK.
British respelling: EKS.
What does exe mean?
- A Windows executable file.
Where does exe come from?
Clipping of executable.
Words that rhyme with exe
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of exe.
Words that sound like exe
Questions about saying exe
How do you pronounce exe?
Say EKS. The American pronunciation is /ɛks/. In British English it is /ɛks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exe?
Exe is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: EKS.
Do Americans and Brits say exe the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛks/ and the British form is /ɛks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as exe?
Exe sounds the same as ex in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.