How to Pronounce Capital

To pronounce "capital", say CAP-it-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “capital”

"capital" has 3 syllables: cap-it-al. It rhymes with capitol and intercapital, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: capitol — easy to mix up when writing.

What does capital mean?

noun

Already-produced durable goods available for use as a factor of production, such as steam shovels (equipment) and office buildings (structures).
Money and wealth. The means to acquire goods and services, especially in a non-barter system.
“He does not have enough capital to start a business.”

adjective

Of prime importance.
Chief, in a political sense, as being the seat of the general government of a state or nation.
“London and Paris are capital cities.”

Synonyms

caps majuscule

Antonyms

minuscule lower-case

Words that rhyme with capital

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

capitol intercapital prucapital transcapital

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "capital"?▾

"Capital" has 3 syllables: cap · it · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "capital"?▾

The IPA transcription of "capital" is /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/.

What does "capital" mean?▾

Capital: Already-produced durable goods available for use as a factor of production, such as steam shovels (equipment) and office buildings (structures).

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