How to Pronounce Intercontinental

To pronounce "intercontinental", say INT-erc-ont-in-ent-al — 6 syllables, IPA /ˌɪn.tə.kɒn.tɪˈnɛn.təl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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6

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Letters

/ˌɪn.tə.kɒn.tɪˈnɛn.təl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “intercontinental”

"intercontinental" has 6 syllables: int-erc-ont-in-ent-al. It rhymes with fundamental and detrimental, if that helps it stick.

What does intercontinental mean?

adjective

  1. Taking place between two or more continents.
  2. Having the ability to travel between continents.

Words that rhyme with intercontinental

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Related words

worldwidetranscontinentaltransnationalballisticicbmconfederationcontinentalcontinent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intercontinental"?▾

"Intercontinental" has 6 syllables: int · erc · ont · in · ent · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "intercontinental"?▾

The IPA transcription of "intercontinental" is /ˌɪn.tə.kɒn.tɪˈnɛn.təl/.

What does "intercontinental" mean?▾

Intercontinental: Taking place between two or more continents.

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