How to Pronounce "muscles"

word

/ˈməsəɫz/

MUH-suhlz

/mˈʌsəlz/

MUH-suhlz

Definition

Muscles are the soft tissues in your body that tighten and relax to help you move, stand, breathe, and do other physical actions. The word can also refer to physical strength.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈməsəɫz/

British English

/mˈʌsəlz/

Simplified Pronunciation

MUH-suhlz

Listen in Context

My muscles hurt after the game.

Swimming makes your muscles stronger.

He has strong leg muscles.

I didn't know carrying all those boxes would work my muscles this much.