To pronounce "immaterial", say IMM-at-er-ial — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪməˈtɪɹi.əl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˌɪməˈtɪɹi.əl/
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"immaterial" has 4 syllables: imm-at-er-ial. It rhymes with ethereal and venereal, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“Because ghosts are immaterial, they can pass through walls.”
“Objection, Your Honour! The defendant's criminal record is immaterial to this case.”
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"Immaterial" has 4 syllables: imm · at · er · ial.
The IPA transcription of "immaterial" is /ˌɪməˈtɪɹi.əl/.
Immaterial: Having no matter or substance.
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