How to Pronounce Signal

To pronounce "signal", say SIGN-al — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪɡnəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsɪɡnəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “signal”

"signal" has 2 syllables: sign-al. It rhymes with alliedsignal and wignall, if that helps it stick.

What does signal mean?

noun

  1. A sequence of states representing an encoded message in a communication channel.
  2. Any variation of a quantity or change in an entity over time that conveys information upon detection.

verb

  1. To indicate; to convey or communicate by a signal.
  2. To communicate with (a person or system) by a signal.

    “Seeing the flames, he ran to the control room and signalled headquarters.”

adjective

  1. Standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement.

    “a signal exploit; a signal service; a signal act of benevolence”

Synonyms

eminentnoteworthysignificant

Antonyms

noise

Words that rhyme with signal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

alliedsignalwignall

Related words

signsignalizeindicatebetokenpointbespeakimpressivesemaphore

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "signal"?▾

"Signal" has 2 syllables: sign · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "signal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "signal" is /ˈsɪɡnəl/.

What does "signal" mean?▾

Signal: A sequence of states representing an encoded message in a communication channel.

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