How to Pronounce Tabernacle

To pronounce "tabernacle", say TAB-ern-acl-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈtæbənækl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈtæbənækl̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tabernacle”

"tabernacle" has 4 syllables: tab-ern-acl-e. It rhymes with cackle and ramshackle, if that helps it stick.

What does tabernacle mean?

noun

  1. Any temporary dwelling; a hut, tent, or booth.
  2. The portable tent used before the construction of the temple, where the shekinah (presence of God) was believed to dwell.

verb

  1. To dwell; to abide for a time.

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Words that rhyme with tabernacle

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cackleramshackletacklecracklejackalshacklehacklegracklequackleracalunshacklemackle

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tabernacle"?▾

"Tabernacle" has 4 syllables: tab · ern · acl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "tabernacle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tabernacle" is /ˈtæbənækl̩/.

What does "tabernacle" mean?▾

Tabernacle: Any temporary dwelling; a hut, tent, or booth.

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