How to Pronounce Ritual

To pronounce "ritual", say RIT-ual — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪ.tʃu.əl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹɪ.tʃu.əl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ritual”

"ritual" has 2 syllables: rit-ual. It rhymes with habitual, if that helps it stick.

What does ritual mean?

noun

  1. Rite; a repeated set of actions

    “They carried out the ritual carefully.”

adjective

  1. Related to a rite or repeated set of actions.

    “They performed the ritual lighting of the candles.”

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Words that rhyme with ritual

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habitual

Related words

riteritualisticceremonyworshipceremonialtraditionspiritualetiquette

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ritual"?▾

"Ritual" has 2 syllables: rit · ual.

What is the IPA transcription of "ritual"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ritual" is /ˈɹɪ.tʃu.əl/.

What does "ritual" mean?▾

Ritual: Rite; a repeated set of actions

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