How to Pronounce Banal

To pronounce "banal", say BAN-al — 2 syllables, IPA /bəˈnæl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/bəˈnæl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “banal”

"banal" has 2 syllables: ban-al. It rhymes with squall and appall, if that helps it stick.

What does banal mean?

adjective

  1. Common in a boring way, to the point of being predictable; containing nothing new or fresh.
  2. (history) Relating to a type of feudal jurisdiction or service.

Synonyms

everydayprosaic

Antonyms

neworiginal

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Words that rhyme with banal

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squallappallpallcallgallforestallrecallstallprotocolfallbrawlnightfall

Related words

tritehackneyedcommonplacetrivialunoriginaltiredtimewornshopworn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "banal"?▾

"Banal" has 2 syllables: ban · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "banal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "banal" is /bəˈnæl/.

What does "banal" mean?▾

Banal: Common in a boring way, to the point of being predictable; containing nothing new or fresh.

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