How to Pronounce Spectral

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

spectral

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈspɛktɹəɫ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spectral”

"spectral" has 2 syllables: spectr-al. It rhymes with sectral, if that helps it stick.

What does spectral mean?

adjective

  1. Of, or pertaining to, spectres; ghostly.

    “The spectral chain-rattling and moans gave me the chills.”

  2. Of, or pertaining to, spectra; classified according to frequency or wavelength (of light etc)

Synonyms

ghostly

Antonyms

nonspectral

Words that rhyme with spectral

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sectral

Related words

ghostlikeghostlyphantasmalspiritualapparitionalsupernaturalfrequencyspectrum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spectral"?▾

"Spectral" has 2 syllables: spectr · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "spectral"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spectral" is /ˈspɛktɹəɫ/.

What does "spectral" mean?▾

Spectral: Of, or pertaining to, spectres; ghostly.

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