How to Pronounce Sigil

To pronounce "sigil", say SIG-il — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪdʒəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈsɪdʒəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sigil”

"sigil" has 2 syllables: sig-il. It rhymes with cudgel and strigil, if that helps it stick.

What does sigil mean?

noun

  1. A seal, signature or signet.
  2. An occult or magical sign, image or symbol.

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Words that rhyme with sigil

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cudgelstrigilfrijolrigiltigelleridgilsuggilgudgelhugill

Related words

signetsigillumsignumsigillationsignaturesignationsealinsignium

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sigil"?▾

"Sigil" has 2 syllables: sig · il.

What is the IPA transcription of "sigil"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sigil" is /ˈsɪdʒəl/.

What does "sigil" mean?▾

Sigil: A seal, signature or signet.

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