How to Pronounce Centripetal

To pronounce "centripetal", say CENTR-ip-et-al — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

CENTR-ip-et-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “centripetal”

"centripetal" has 4 syllables: centr-ip-et-al.

What does centripetal mean?

adjective

  1. Directed or moving towards a centre.
  2. Of, relating to, or operated by centripetal force.

Antonyms

centrifugal

Related words

unifyingafferentsensoryreceptivecentralizinginward-developinginward-movingcentric

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "centripetal"?▾

"Centripetal" has 4 syllables: centr · ip · et · al.

What does "centripetal" mean?▾

Centripetal: Directed or moving towards a centre.

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