How to Pronounce Vestigial

To pronounce "vestigial", say VEST-ig-ial — 3 syllables, IPA /vɛˈstɪdʒəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/vɛˈstɪdʒəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vestigial”

"vestigial" has 3 syllables: vest-ig-ial.

What does vestigial mean?

noun

  1. A small, degenerate, or imperfectly developed part or organ which has been more fully developed in some past generation.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to a vestige or remnant; like a trace from the past.
  2. Not fully developed in mature animals.

Related words

rudimentaryundevelopedreliclikefossillikevestlikeartifactualruinlikereminiscent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vestigial"?▾

"Vestigial" has 3 syllables: vest · ig · ial.

What is the IPA transcription of "vestigial"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vestigial" is /vɛˈstɪdʒəl/.

What does "vestigial" mean?▾

Vestigial: A small, degenerate, or imperfectly developed part or organ which has been more fully developed in some past generation.

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