How to Pronounce Pendulum

To pronounce "pendulum", say PEND-ul-um — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛnd͡ʒələm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɛnd͡ʒələm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pendulum”

"pendulum" has 3 syllables: pend-ul-um.

What does pendulum mean?

noun

  1. A body suspended from a fixed support so that it swings freely back and forth under the influence of gravity, commonly used to regulate various devices such as clocks.
  2. A lamp, etc. suspended from a ceiling.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pendulum"?▾

"Pendulum" has 3 syllables: pend · ul · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "pendulum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pendulum" is /ˈpɛnd͡ʒələm/.

What does "pendulum" mean?▾

Pendulum: A body suspended from a fixed support so that it swings freely back and forth under the influence of gravity, commonly used to regulate various devices such as clocks.

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