How to Pronounce Fraternal

To pronounce "fraternal", say FRAT-ern-al — 3 syllables, IPA /fɹəˈtɝnəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/fɹəˈtɝnəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fraternal”

"fraternal" has 3 syllables: frat-ern-al. It rhymes with infernal and diurnal, if that helps it stick.

What does fraternal mean?

noun

  1. A society formed to provide mutual aid, such as insurance.
  2. A fraternal twin.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to a brother or brothers.
  2. Of or pertaining to a fraternity.

Synonyms

brotherly

Words that rhyme with fraternal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

infernaldiurnaleternalkernelnocturnalmaternalinternalpaternalexternalsternaljournalurnal

Related words

brotherlybrotherlikebiovularbrotherhoodbrobrothersiblingsisterly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fraternal"?▾

"Fraternal" has 3 syllables: frat · ern · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "fraternal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fraternal" is /fɹəˈtɝnəl/.

What does "fraternal" mean?▾

Fraternal: A society formed to provide mutual aid, such as insurance.

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