How to Pronounce Citadel

To pronounce "citadel", say CIT-ad-el — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪtədəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsɪtədəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “citadel”

"citadel" has 3 syllables: cit-ad-el. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does citadel mean?

noun

  1. A strong fortress that sits high above a city.
  2. (sometimes figurative) A stronghold or fortified place.

Words that rhyme with citadel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpelparallel

Related words

bastionfortressfortstrongholdcastlebulwarkgarrisontown

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "citadel"?▾

"Citadel" has 3 syllables: cit · ad · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "citadel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "citadel" is /ˈsɪtədəl/.

What does "citadel" mean?▾

Citadel: A strong fortress that sits high above a city.

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