How to Pronounce Circumferential

To pronounce "circumferential", say CIRC-umf-er-ent-ial — 5 syllables, IPA /sə(ɹ).kəm.fəˈɹɛn.ʃəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

15

Letters

/sə(ɹ).kəm.fəˈɹɛn.ʃəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “circumferential”

"circumferential" has 5 syllables: circ-umf-er-ent-ial.

What does circumferential mean?

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to a circumference
  2. Circuitous, indirect or roundabout

Related words

bypassperipheralcircularweldcircumradialcircumnavigationalcircuitalcircumnavigatory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "circumferential"?▾

"Circumferential" has 5 syllables: circ · umf · er · ent · ial.

What is the IPA transcription of "circumferential"?▾

The IPA transcription of "circumferential" is /sə(ɹ).kəm.fəˈɹɛn.ʃəl/.

What does "circumferential" mean?▾

Circumferential: Of or pertaining to a circumference

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