How to Pronounce Original

To pronounce "original", say or-IG-in-al — 4 syllables, IPA /ɝˈɪdʒənəɫ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɝˈɪdʒənəɫ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/əɹˈɪdʒɪnəl/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “original”

Break "original" into 4 beats and lean on "IG" — that's the stressed one.

What does original mean?

adjective

Relating to the origin or beginning; preceding all others.
First in a series of copies or versions.

noun

An object or other creation (e.g. narrative work) from which all later copies and variations are derived.
A person with a unique and interesting personality or creative talent.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "original"?▾

To pronounce "original", say or-IG-in-al — 4 syllables, IPA /ɝˈɪdʒənəɫ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "original"?▾

"Original" has 4 syllables: or · ig · in · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "original"?▾

The IPA transcription of "original" is /ɝˈɪdʒənəɫ/.

What does "original" mean?▾

Original: Relating to the origin or beginning; preceding all others.

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