How to Pronounce Symmetrical

To pronounce "symmetrical", say SYMMETR-ic-al — 3 syllables, IPA /sɪˈmɛtɹɪkəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/sɪˈmɛtɹɪkəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “symmetrical”

"symmetrical" has 3 syllables: symmetr-ic-al. It rhymes with asymmetrical and metrical, if that helps it stick.

What does symmetrical mean?

adjective

  1. Exhibiting symmetry; having harmonious or proportionate arrangement of parts; having corresponding parts or relations.

Words that rhyme with symmetrical

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

asymmetricalmetricalgeometricalobstetrical

Related words

isoscelessymmetrictrigonalrhombohedralbiradialbilateralradialstellate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "symmetrical"?▾

"Symmetrical" has 3 syllables: symmetr · ic · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "symmetrical"?▾

The IPA transcription of "symmetrical" is /sɪˈmɛtɹɪkəl/.

What does "symmetrical" mean?▾

Symmetrical: Exhibiting symmetry; having harmonious or proportionate arrangement of parts; having corresponding parts or relations.

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