How to pronounce shekel
Say it like SHEK-ul. Shekel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHEK).
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- SHEK
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Shekel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHEKSay 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.
American vs British pronunciation of shekel
American and British speakers say shekel in essentially the same way: /ˈʃɛkəl/ in the US and /ˈʃɛkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SHEK-ul.
What does shekel mean?
- A currency unit of both ancient and modern Israel.
- Money.
Words that rhyme with shekel
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of shekel.
Questions about saying shekel
How do you pronounce shekel?
Say SHEK-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃɛkəl/. In British English it is /ˈʃɛkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in shekel?
Shekel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHEK). Broken into parts: SHEK · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say shekel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʃɛkəl/ and the British form is /ˈʃɛkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.