How to Pronounce Muscular

To pronounce "muscular", say MUSC-ul-ar — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmʌs.kjə.lə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈmʌs.kjə.lə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “muscular”

"muscular" has 3 syllables: musc-ul-ar.

What does muscular mean?

adjective

  1. Of, relating to, or connected with muscles.
  2. Brawny, thewy, having strength.

Synonyms

athleticbeefybrawnyhuskylustymuscledmusclypowerful

Related words

mesomorphicbrawnyheftystrongpowerfulathleticmuscleneuro

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "muscular"?▾

"Muscular" has 3 syllables: musc · ul · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "muscular"?▾

The IPA transcription of "muscular" is /ˈmʌs.kjə.lə/.

What does "muscular" mean?▾

Muscular: Of, relating to, or connected with muscles.

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