How to Pronounce Consul

To pronounce "consul", say CONS-ul — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒn.səl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɒn.səl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “consul”

"consul" has 2 syllables: cons-ul. It rhymes with proconsul and auncel, if that helps it stick.

What does consul mean?

noun

  1. Either of the two heads of government and state of the Roman Republic or the equivalent nominal post under the Roman and Byzantine Empires.
  2. Any of the three heads of government and state of France between 1799 and 1804.

Synonyms

councillorcounsellorcountcapitoul

Words that rhyme with consul

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proconsulaunceltonsilsponsel

Related words

consulateambassadorembassycounsellorcounselorcounselconsolehonorary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "consul"?▾

"Consul" has 2 syllables: cons · ul.

What is the IPA transcription of "consul"?▾

The IPA transcription of "consul" is /ˈkɒn.səl/.

What does "consul" mean?▾

Consul: Either of the two heads of government and state of the Roman Republic or the equivalent nominal post under the Roman and Byzantine Empires.

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