How to Pronounce Insular

To pronounce "insular", say INS-ul-ar — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪnsjələ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɪnsjələ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “insular”

"insular" has 3 syllables: ins-ul-ar. It rhymes with peninsular and kinsler, if that helps it stick.

What does insular mean?

noun

  1. An islander.

adjective

  1. Of, pertaining to, being, or resembling an island or islands.
  2. Situated on an island.

Words that rhyme with insular

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

peninsularkinsler

Related words

provincialparochialprivateislandisleislanderbigotedilliberal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "insular"?▾

"Insular" has 3 syllables: ins · ul · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "insular"?▾

The IPA transcription of "insular" is /ˈɪnsjələ/.

What does "insular" mean?▾

Insular: An islander.

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