How to Pronounce Turbulent

To pronounce "turbulent", say TURB-ul-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈtɜːbjələnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈtɜːbjələnt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “turbulent”

"turbulent" has 3 syllables: turb-ul-ent.

What does turbulent mean?

adjective

  1. Violently disturbed or agitated; tempestuous, tumultuous

    “It is dangerous to sail in turbulent seas.”

  2. Being in, or causing, disturbance or unrest

    “The mid-19th century was a turbulent time in American history.”

Related words

tumultuousriotousagitatedtroubleddisruptiveunquietroilingroily

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "turbulent"?▾

"Turbulent" has 3 syllables: turb · ul · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "turbulent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "turbulent" is /ˈtɜːbjələnt/.

What does "turbulent" mean?▾

Turbulent: Violently disturbed or agitated; tempestuous, tumultuous

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