How to Pronounce Infidel

To pronounce "infidel", say INF-id-el — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪn.fə.dl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɪn.fə.dl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “infidel”

"infidel" has 3 syllables: inf-id-el. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does infidel mean?

noun

  1. (now usually derogatory) One who does not believe in a certain religion.
  2. (now usually derogatory) One who does not believe in a certain principle.

adjective

  1. Rejecting a specific religion.
  2. Of, characteristic of, or relating to unbelievers or unbelief.

Synonyms

atheistdisbelievernon-believernonbelieverunbeliever

Words that rhyme with infidel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellcitadelravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpel

Related words

heathenpagangentileunfaithfuldisloyalatheistunbelieverinaccurate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "infidel"?▾

"Infidel" has 3 syllables: inf · id · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "infidel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "infidel" is /ˈɪn.fə.dl̩/.

What does "infidel" mean?▾

Infidel: (now usually derogatory) One who does not believe in a certain religion.

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