How to Pronounce Sentinel

To pronounce "sentinel", say SENT-in-el — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛntɪnəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsɛntɪnəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sentinel”

"sentinel" has 3 syllables: sent-in-el. It rhymes with centinel and fentanyl, if that helps it stick.

What does sentinel mean?

noun

  1. A sentry, watch, or guard.
  2. A private soldier.

verb

  1. To watch over as a guard.

    “He sentineled the north wall.”

  2. To post as guard.

    “He sentineled him on the north wall.”

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Words that rhyme with sentinel

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centinelfentanyl

Related words

sentryscoutpicketlookoutwatchguardwatchmancustodian

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sentinel"?▾

"Sentinel" has 3 syllables: sent · in · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "sentinel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sentinel" is /ˈsɛntɪnəl/.

What does "sentinel" mean?▾

Sentinel: A sentry, watch, or guard.

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