To pronounce "magical", say MAG-ic-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmædʒɪkəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈmædʒɪkəl/
IPA
"magical" has 3 syllables: mag-ic-al. It rhymes with tragical, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“The fireworks created a magical atmosphere in that beautiful summer night.”
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"Magical" has 3 syllables: mag · ic · al.
The IPA transcription of "magical" is /ˈmædʒɪkəl/.
Magical: Of or relating to magic.
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