How to Pronounce Topical

To pronounce "topical", say TOP-ic-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈtɒp.ɪ.kəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtɒp.ɪ.kəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “topical”

"topical" has 3 syllables: top-ic-al. It rhymes with tropical and semitropical, if that helps it stick.

What does topical mean?

noun

  1. A topical anaesthetic.

adjective

  1. Relating to a particular topic or subject.

    “The book is divided into topical chapters.”

  2. Relating to a topic or subject of current interest.

    “Fair trade has become quite a topical issue.”

Antonyms

systemic

Words that rhyme with topical

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tropicalsemitropical

Related words

localcurrenttopicalitytopicthematicthemespecializedcontemporary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "topical"?▾

"Topical" has 3 syllables: top · ic · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "topical"?▾

The IPA transcription of "topical" is /ˈtɒp.ɪ.kəl/.

What does "topical" mean?▾

Topical: A topical anaesthetic.

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