How to pronounce kettlebell
Say it like KET-ul-bel. Kettlebell has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KET).
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- KET
- ul
- bel
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kettlebell pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- belGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of kettlebell
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KET-ul-bel.
What does kettlebell mean?
- A weight consisting of a cast iron ball with a single handle for gripping the weight during exercise.
Where does kettlebell come from?
From kettle + bell.
Questions about saying kettlebell
How do you pronounce kettlebell?
Say KET-ul-bel. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɛtəlˌbɛl/. In British English it is /ˈkɛtəlˌbɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kettlebell?
Kettlebell has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KET). Broken into parts: KET · ul · bel.
Is kettlebell pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈkɛtəlˌbɛl/ (KET-ul-bel).