How to Pronounce Semi-final

To pronounce "semi-final", say SEM-if-in-al — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

SEM-if-in-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “semi-final”

"semi-final" has 4 syllables: sem-if-in-al.

What does semi-final mean?

noun

  1. A playoff in the round with only four players or teams left, the stage before the final.
  2. (general) A competition that narrows a field of contestants (semifinalists) to a set of finalists, for a subsequent final.

Synonyms

last foursemi

Related words

semifinalplayoffquarter-finaleighthfinaloctofinalmid-season

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "semi-final"?▾

"Semi-final" has 4 syllables: sem · if · in · al.

What does "semi-final" mean?▾

Semi-final: A playoff in the round with only four players or teams left, the stage before the final.

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