How to Pronounce Manual

To pronounce "manual", say MAN-ual — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈman.j(ʊ)əl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈman.j(ʊ)əl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “manual”

"manual" has 2 syllables: man-ual. It rhymes with annual and emanuel, if that helps it stick.

What does manual mean?

noun

  1. A handbook.
  2. A booklet that instructs on the usage of a particular machine or product.

    “The dishwasher isn't working; can you remember where we put the manual?”

Synonyms

enchiridionhandbook

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Words that rhyme with manual

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annualemanuelemmanuelfaneuil

Related words

blue-collarhand-operatednon-automatichandbookguidebooktextbookpublicationplaybook

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "manual"?▾

"Manual" has 2 syllables: man · ual.

What is the IPA transcription of "manual"?▾

The IPA transcription of "manual" is /ˈman.j(ʊ)əl/.

What does "manual" mean?▾

Manual: A handbook.

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