American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'well' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "well" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "well"

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Simple pronunciation
wehl
IPA transcription
/wɛl/
Word frequency
122nd

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What does "well" mean?

  1. 1.in a good or satisfactory way
  2. 2.a deep hole or shaft in the ground

Examples of "well" in a sentence

  • He is feeling well today.
  • The plant is growing well.
  • Her grades are doing well.

How common is "well"?

Well is the 122nd most common word in English.

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