How to Pronounce Internal

To pronounce "internal", say INT-ern-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈtɝnəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪnˈtɝnəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “internal”

"internal" has 3 syllables: int-ern-al. It rhymes with infernal and diurnal, if that helps it stick.

What does internal mean?

adjective

Inside of something
“We saw the internal compartments.”
Within the body
“Her bleeding was internal.”

Synonyms

inly inner interior intern interne

Antonyms

exterior external

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Words that rhyme with internal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

infernal diurnal eternal kernel nocturnal maternal paternal external fraternal sternal journal urnal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "internal"?▾

"Internal" has 3 syllables: int · ern · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "internal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "internal" is /ɪnˈtɝnəl/.

What does "internal" mean?▾

Internal: Inside of something

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