How to Pronounce Historical

To pronounce "historical", say HIST-or-ic-al — 4 syllables, IPA /hɪˈstɒɹɪkəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/hɪˈstɒɹɪkəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “historical”

"historical" has 4 syllables: hist-or-ic-al. It rhymes with oracle and rhetorical, if that helps it stick.

What does historical mean?

noun

A historical romance.

adjective

Of, concerning, or in accordance with recorded history, (particularly) as opposed to legends, myths, and fictions.
“July 4, 1776, is a historic date. A great deal of historical research has been done on the events leading up to that day.”
Of, concerning, or in accordance with the past generally.

Synonyms

ancient bygone former old past historial historic

Antonyms

ahistorical anachronistic expected future projected contemporary

Words that rhyme with historical

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

oracle rhetorical auricle allegorical categorical metaphorical coracle oratorical morrical

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "historical"?▾

"Historical" has 4 syllables: hist · or · ic · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "historical"?▾

The IPA transcription of "historical" is /hɪˈstɒɹɪkəl/.

What does "historical" mean?▾

Historical: A historical romance.

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