How to Pronounce Communal

To pronounce "communal", say COMM-un-al — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈmju.nəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/kəˈmju.nəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “communal”

"communal" has 3 syllables: comm-un-al. It rhymes with tribunal and prunelle, if that helps it stick.

What does communal mean?

adjective

  1. Pertaining to a community
  2. Shared by a community; public

Antonyms

secular

Words that rhyme with communal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tribunalprunellemonsoonalbrunel

Related words

groupcommoncommunitariancommunitycommuneethniccivicsocietal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "communal"?▾

"Communal" has 3 syllables: comm · un · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "communal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "communal" is /kəˈmju.nəl/.

What does "communal" mean?▾

Communal: Pertaining to a community

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