How to Pronounce Skeletal

To pronounce "skeletal", say SKEL-et-al — 3 syllables, IPA /skəˈliːt(ə)l/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/skəˈliːt(ə)l/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “skeletal”

"skeletal" has 3 syllables: skel-et-al.

What does skeletal mean?

adjective

  1. Of, or relating to the skeleton
  2. Haggard, cadaverous, emaciated or gaunt

Related words

cadaverouspinchedthinemaciatedgaunthaggardleanbony

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skeletal"?▾

"Skeletal" has 3 syllables: skel · et · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "skeletal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "skeletal" is /skəˈliːt(ə)l/.

What does "skeletal" mean?▾

Skeletal: Of, or relating to the skeleton

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