How to Pronounce Refusal

To pronounce "refusal", say REF-us-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈfjuːzl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɹɪˈfjuːzl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “refusal”

"refusal" has 3 syllables: ref-us-al. It rhymes with foozle and recusal, if that helps it stick.

What does refusal mean?

noun

  1. The act of refusing.
  2. Depth or point at which well or borehole drilling cannot continue.

Synonyms

abnegationdeclinationrepudiation

Words that rhyme with refusal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

foozlerecusalmusalperusalfusilefusildossalfoosballkruzelkuzelmusilneuzil

Related words

declinationregretsrejectdisallowancerejectiondenyrepudiationdisavowal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "refusal"?▾

"Refusal" has 3 syllables: ref · us · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "refusal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "refusal" is /ɹɪˈfjuːzl̩/.

What does "refusal" mean?▾

Refusal: The act of refusing.

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