How to Pronounce Punctual

To pronounce "punctual", say PUNCT-ual — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpʌŋktjʊəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpʌŋktjʊəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “punctual”

"punctual" has 2 syllables: punct-ual.

What does punctual mean?

adjective

  1. Prompt; on time.
  2. Existing as a point or series of points

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Related words

timelyprompttimelinessspecificpreciseexactconsistentonetime

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "punctual"?▾

"Punctual" has 2 syllables: punct · ual.

What is the IPA transcription of "punctual"?▾

The IPA transcription of "punctual" is /ˈpʌŋktjʊəl/.

What does "punctual" mean?▾

Punctual: Prompt; on time.

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