How to Pronounce Evangelical

To pronounce "evangelical", say EV-ang-el-ic-al — 5 syllables, IPA /iːvænˈdʒɛlɪkəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/iːvænˈdʒɛlɪkəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “evangelical”

"evangelical" has 5 syllables: ev-ang-el-ic-al. It rhymes with helical and pellicle, if that helps it stick.

What does evangelical mean?

noun

  1. A member of an evangelical church
  2. An advocate of evangelicalism

adjective

  1. Pertaining to the doctrines or teachings of the Christian gospel or Christianity in general.
  2. Pertaining to the gospel(s) of the Christian New Testament.

Synonyms

evangelic

Antonyms

antievangelicalnonevangelical

Words that rhyme with evangelical

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

helicalpellicle

Related words

evangelisticenthusiasticchristianevangelicprotestantanglicanmissionarybiblical

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "evangelical"?▾

"Evangelical" has 5 syllables: ev · ang · el · ic · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "evangelical"?▾

The IPA transcription of "evangelical" is /iːvænˈdʒɛlɪkəl/.

What does "evangelical" mean?▾

Evangelical: A member of an evangelical church

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