How to Pronounce Adverbial

To pronounce "adverbial", say ADV-erb-ial — 3 syllables, IPA /ədˈvɜːbi.əl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ədˈvɜːbi.əl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “adverbial”

"adverbial" has 3 syllables: adv-erb-ial. It rhymes with proverbial, if that helps it stick.

What does adverbial mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) An adverbial word or phrase.

adjective

  1. (grammar) Of or relating to an adverb.

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Words that rhyme with adverbial

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proverbial

Related words

subordinatorpreposeddurativeadpositionaladjectivaladnominaladjectiveadlocative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adverbial"?▾

"Adverbial" has 3 syllables: adv · erb · ial.

What is the IPA transcription of "adverbial"?▾

The IPA transcription of "adverbial" is /ədˈvɜːbi.əl/.

What does "adverbial" mean?▾

Adverbial: (grammar) An adverbial word or phrase.

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