How to Pronounce Lintel

To pronounce "lintel", say LINT-el — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɪn.təl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈlɪn.təl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lintel”

"lintel" has 2 syllables: lint-el. It rhymes with quintal and quintile, if that helps it stick.

What does lintel mean?

noun

  1. A horizontal structural beam spanning an opening, such as between the uprights of a door or a window, and which supports the wall above.

Synonyms

overslaysuperliminary

Antonyms

threshold

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Words that rhyme with lintel

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quintalquintile

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lintel"?▾

"Lintel" has 2 syllables: lint · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "lintel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lintel" is /ˈlɪn.təl/.

What does "lintel" mean?▾

Lintel: A horizontal structural beam spanning an opening, such as between the uprights of a door or a window, and which supports the wall above.

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