How to Pronounce Intestinal

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

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

INT-est-in-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “intestinal”

"intestinal" has 4 syllables: int-est-in-al. It rhymes with destinal and gastrointestinal, if that helps it stick.

What does intestinal mean?

adjective

  1. Relating to the intestines.

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Words that rhyme with intestinal

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destinalgastrointestinal

Related words

entericenteralgastrointestinalgutbowelintestinestomachileal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intestinal"?▾

"Intestinal" has 4 syllables: int · est · in · al.

What does "intestinal" mean?▾

Intestinal: Relating to the intestines.

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