How to Pronounce Lentil

To pronounce "lentil", say LENT-il — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɛntəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈlɛntəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lentil”

"lentil" has 2 syllables: lent-il. It rhymes with fundamental and detrimental, if that helps it stick.

What does lentil mean?

noun

  1. Any of several plants of the genus Lens, especially Lens culinaris, from southwest Asia, that have edible, lens-shaped seeds within flattened pods.
  2. The seed of these plants, used as food.

Words that rhyme with lentil

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lentil"?▾

"Lentil" has 2 syllables: lent · il.

What is the IPA transcription of "lentil"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lentil" is /ˈlɛntəl/.

What does "lentil" mean?▾

Lentil: Any of several plants of the genus Lens, especially Lens culinaris, from southwest Asia, that have edible, lens-shaped seeds within flattened pods.

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