How to Pronounce Pontificals

To pronounce "pontificals", say PONT-if-ic-als — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PONT-if-ic-als

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💡 Tip for remembering “pontificals”

"pontificals" has 4 syllables: pont-if-ic-als.

What does pontificals mean?

noun

  1. A book containing the offices, or formulas, used by a pontiff.

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How many syllables are in "pontificals"?▾

"Pontificals" has 4 syllables: pont · if · ic · als.

What does "pontificals" mean?▾

Pontificals: A book containing the offices, or formulas, used by a pontiff.

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