How to Pronounce Normal

To pronounce "normal", say NORM-al — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɔːməl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈnɔːməl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “normal”

"normal" has 2 syllables: norm-al. It rhymes with informal and abnormal, if that helps it stick.

What does normal mean?

noun

A line or vector that is perpendicular to another line, surface, or plane.
A person who is normal, who fits into mainstream society, as opposed to those who live alternative lifestyles.

adjective

According to norms or rules or to a regular pattern.
“Organize the data into third normal form.”
Usual, healthy; not sick or ill or unlike oneself.
“John is feeling normal again.”

Synonyms

hale healthy well orthogonal perpendicular right angles Gaussian standard normal

Antonyms

ill poorly sick unwell tangential reverse

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Words that rhyme with normal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

informal abnormal formal paranormal mormal formyl formol formell

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "normal"?▾

"Normal" has 2 syllables: norm · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "normal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "normal" is /ˈnɔːməl/.

What does "normal" mean?▾

Normal: A line or vector that is perpendicular to another line, surface, or plane.

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