How to Pronounce Corporal

To pronounce "corporal", say CORP-or-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “corporal”

"corporal" has 3 syllables: corp-or-al.

What does corporal mean?

adjective

  1. Having a physical, tangible body; material, corporeal.
  2. Of or pertaining to the body, especially the human body; bodily.

    “corporal punishment”

Synonyms

bodilycorporeal

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Related words

bodilybodiedcorporealincarnatematerialcorporatephysicalsomatic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "corporal"?▾

"Corporal" has 3 syllables: corp · or · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "corporal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "corporal" is /ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl/.

What does "corporal" mean?▾

Corporal: Having a physical, tangible body; material, corporeal.

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