How to Pronounce Nonsensical

To pronounce "nonsensical", say NONS-ens-ic-al — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

NONS-ens-ic-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “nonsensical”

"nonsensical" has 4 syllables: nons-ens-ic-al. It rhymes with commonsensical, if that helps it stick.

What does nonsensical mean?

adjective

  1. Without sense; absurd.

Synonyms

absurdfoolishirrationalmeaninglesspreposterousunmeaning

Antonyms

logicalrationalsensical

Words that rhyme with nonsensical

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commonsensical

Related words

meaninglessabsurdpreposterousfoolishridiculousderisoryludicrousunreasonable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nonsensical"?▾

"Nonsensical" has 4 syllables: nons · ens · ic · al.

What does "nonsensical" mean?▾

Nonsensical: Without sense; absurd.

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