How to Pronounce Premenstrual

To pronounce "premenstrual", say PREM-enstr-ual — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌpɹiːˈmɛnstɹʊl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

premenstrual

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌpɹiːˈmɛnstɹʊl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “premenstrual”

"premenstrual" has 3 syllables: prem-enstr-ual.

What does premenstrual mean?

adjective

  1. Occurring in the time period during the menstrual cycle leading up to the beginning of menstruation.
  2. Relating to the time period in a girl's life prior to her first experience of menstruation; prepubescent.

Related words

premenstruationperimenstruationparamenstrualpremenarchealpremenopausepreovulatoryprogestationalpremenarchal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "premenstrual"?▾

"Premenstrual" has 3 syllables: prem · enstr · ual.

What is the IPA transcription of "premenstrual"?▾

The IPA transcription of "premenstrual" is /ˌpɹiːˈmɛnstɹʊl/.

What does "premenstrual" mean?▾

Premenstrual: Occurring in the time period during the menstrual cycle leading up to the beginning of menstruation.

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