How to Pronounce Aboriginal

To pronounce "aboriginal", say AB-or-ig-in-al — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌæb.əˈɹɪd͡ʒ.n̩.l̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˌæb.əˈɹɪd͡ʒ.n̩.l̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aboriginal”

"aboriginal" has 5 syllables: ab-or-ig-in-al. It rhymes with original, if that helps it stick.

What does aboriginal mean?

noun

An Aboriginal inhabitant of Australia, Aborigine.

adjective

Of or pertaining to Australian Aboriginal peoples, Aborigines, or their language.

noun

An animal or plant native to a region.

Synonyms

Eskimo First Nations First Peoples Indian Inuit Metis Native Native American

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Words that rhyme with aboriginal

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aboriginal"?▾

"Aboriginal" has 5 syllables: ab · or · ig · in · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "aboriginal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aboriginal" is /ˌæb.əˈɹɪd͡ʒ.n̩.l̩/.

What does "aboriginal" mean?▾

Aboriginal: An Aboriginal inhabitant of Australia, Aborigine.

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