The multigraph 'exh' mainly comes at the beginning of words. Here, we will learn more about its pronunciation.

Multigraphs are a set of more than two letters that stand together and produce a new sound.

Multigraph

exh

Name

exh (pronounced /ˈee ˈɛks ˈeɪtʃ/)

Common Sound(s)

/ɪgz/

The Multigraph 'exh'

Sound: /ɪgz/

'exh' always comes at the beginning of words and sounds /ɪgz/, in other words, 'h' is silent:

Example

exhort /ɪɡˈzɔːrt/

exhausted /ɪɡˈzɑː.stɪd/

exhilarate /ɪɡˈzɪl.ə.reɪt/

exhibit /ɪɡˈzɪb.ɪt/

Tip!

The multigraph 'exh' in pronounced different in the word 'exhale':

Example

exhale /ɛksˈheɪl/

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