How to Pronounce Abdominal

To pronounce "abdominal", say ABD-om-in-al — 4 syllables, IPA /æbˈdɒm.ə.nl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/æbˈdɒm.ə.nl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abdominal”

"abdominal" has 4 syllables: abd-om-in-al. It rhymes with phenomenal and nominal, if that helps it stick.

What does abdominal mean?

noun

A fish of the order Abdominales.
(usually plurale tantum) An abdominal muscle.

adjective

Of or pertaining to the abdomen; ventral.
“abdominal cavity”
Having the ventral fins under the abdomen and behind the pectoral fins.

Synonyms

Cypriniformes ventral

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Words that rhyme with abdominal

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phenomenal nominal hominal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abdominal"?▾

"Abdominal" has 4 syllables: abd · om · in · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "abdominal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abdominal" is /æbˈdɒm.ə.nl̩/.

What does "abdominal" mean?▾

Abdominal: A fish of the order Abdominales.

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