How to pronounce exert
Say it like ig-ZURT. Exert has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZURT).
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- ig
- ZURT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exert pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- igKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ZURTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of exert
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ig-ZURT.
What does exert mean?
- To make use of, to apply, especially of something nonmaterial; to bring to bear.“He considered exerting his influence on John to gain an advantage for himself.”
- To put in vigorous action.“I exerted myself in today's training.”
Where does exert come from?
From Latin exsertus, past participle of exserō (“to stretch or thrust forth or out”), from ex- + serō (“to string together”).
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Words that rhyme with exert
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Questions about saying exert
How do you pronounce exert?
Say ig-ZURT. The American pronunciation is /ɪɡˈzɝt/. In British English it is /ɪɡˈzɜːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exert?
Exert has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZURT). Broken into parts: ig · ZURT.
Is exert pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ɪɡˈzɜːt/ (ig-ZURT).