How to Pronounce Actual

To pronounce "actual", say ACT-ual — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈak(t)ʃj(ʊ)əl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈak(t)ʃj(ʊ)əl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “actual”

"actual" has 2 syllables: act-ual. It rhymes with tactual, if that helps it stick.

What does actual mean?

noun

  1. An actual, real one; notably:

adjective

  1. Relating to a person's acts or deeds; active, practical
  2. Existing in reality, not just potentially; really acted or acting; occurring in fact.

    “The actual government expenses dramatically exceed the budget.”

Synonyms

positivepresentreal

Antonyms

conceivableestimatedhypotheticalnominalpossiblepotential

Words that rhyme with actual

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tactual

Related words

actualizedfactualexistenttrueeffectiveliteralveryreal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "actual"?▾

"Actual" has 2 syllables: act · ual.

What is the IPA transcription of "actual"?▾

The IPA transcription of "actual" is /ˈak(t)ʃj(ʊ)əl/.

What does "actual" mean?▾

Actual: An actual, real one; notably:

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