To pronounce "foundational", say FOUND-at-ion-al — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"foundational" has 4 syllables: found-at-ion-al. It rhymes with sensational and operational, if that helps it stick.
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"Foundational" has 4 syllables: found · at · ion · al.
Foundational: Of, or relating to a foundation or foundations
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