How to Pronounce Observational

To pronounce "observational", say OBS-erv-at-ion-al — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌɒbzəˈveɪʃənəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˌɒbzəˈveɪʃənəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “observational”

"observational" has 5 syllables: obs-erv-at-ion-al.

What does observational mean?

adjective

  1. Relating to observation, especially scientific observation.

Related words

empiricalexperimentaldata-basedremarkobservingobservercommentviewing

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How many syllables are in "observational"?▾

"Observational" has 5 syllables: obs · erv · at · ion · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "observational"?▾

The IPA transcription of "observational" is /ˌɒbzəˈveɪʃənəl/.

What does "observational" mean?▾

Observational: Relating to observation, especially scientific observation.

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