How to Pronounce Inertial

To pronounce "inertial", say IN-ert-ial — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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IN-ert-ial

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💡 Tip for remembering “inertial”

"inertial" has 3 syllables: in-ert-ial. It rhymes with commercial and uncontroversial, if that helps it stick.

What does inertial mean?

adjective

  1. Of, relating to, or depending on inertia.

Words that rhyme with inertial

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commercialuncontroversialcontroversialnoncontroversialinfomercialnoncommercialcommericalherschelleurocommercialherschelpershallurschel

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inertial"?▾

"Inertial" has 3 syllables: in · ert · ial.

What does "inertial" mean?▾

Inertial: Of, relating to, or depending on inertia.

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