How to Pronounce Intentional

To pronounce "intentional", say INT-ent-ion-al — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

INT-ent-ion-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “intentional”

"intentional" has 4 syllables: int-ent-ion-al. It rhymes with conventional and unconventional, if that helps it stick.

What does intentional mean?

adjective

  1. Intended or planned; done deliberately or voluntarily.
  2. Done with intent.

Antonyms

unintentional

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Words that rhyme with intentional

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conventionalunconventionalunintentionaldimensional

Related words

wilfuldeliberateintendedknowingvoluntarydesignedwillfulfashioned

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intentional"?▾

"Intentional" has 4 syllables: int · ent · ion · al.

What does "intentional" mean?▾

Intentional: Intended or planned; done deliberately or voluntarily.

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