How to Pronounce International

To pronounce "international", say INT-ern-at-ion-al — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌɪntəˈnæʃ(ə)n(ə)l/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˌɪntəˈnæʃ(ə)n(ə)l/

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💡 Tip for remembering “international”

"international" has 5 syllables: int-ern-at-ion-al. It rhymes with rational and irrational, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: internacional, internatonal — easy to mix up when writing.

What does international mean?

noun

Someone who has represented their country in a particular sport.
“The United team includes five England internationals.”
A game or contest between two or more nations.

adjective

Of or having to do with more than one nation.
Between or among nations
“an international discussion”

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Words that rhyme with international

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rational irrational transnational passional multinational binational supranational internacional internatonal national nationale

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "international"?▾

"International" has 5 syllables: int · ern · at · ion · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "international"?▾

The IPA transcription of "international" is /ˌɪntəˈnæʃ(ə)n(ə)l/.

What does "international" mean?▾

International: Someone who has represented their country in a particular sport.

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