How to Pronounce Tendril

To pronounce "tendril", say TENDR-il — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɛn.dɹəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtɛn.dɹəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tendril”

"tendril" has 2 syllables: tendr-il. It rhymes with pendril, if that helps it stick.

What does tendril mean?

noun

  1. A thin, spirally coiling stem that attaches a plant to its support.
  2. A hair-like tentacle.

adjective

  1. Having the shape or properties of a tendril; thin and coiling; entwining.

Words that rhyme with tendril

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pendril

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tendril"?▾

"Tendril" has 2 syllables: tendr · il.

What is the IPA transcription of "tendril"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tendril" is /ˈtɛn.dɹəl/.

What does "tendril" mean?▾

Tendril: A thin, spirally coiling stem that attaches a plant to its support.

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