How to pronounce hymnal
Say it like HIM-nul. Hymnal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIM).
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- HIM
- nul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hymnal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of hymnal
American and British speakers say hymnal in essentially the same way: /ˈhɪmnəl/ in the US and /ˈhɪmnəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: HIM-nul.
What does hymnal mean?
- A collection of hymns; a hymn book.
- Of or pertaining to hymns.
Where does hymnal come from?
From Middle English hymnale, from Medieval Latin hymnāle, noun use of neuter of hymnālis.
Questions about saying hymnal
How do you pronounce hymnal?
Say HIM-nul. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɪmnəl/. In British English it is /ˈhɪmnəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hymnal?
Hymnal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIM). Broken into parts: HIM · nul.
Do Americans and Brits say hymnal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhɪmnəl/ and the British form is /ˈhɪmnəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.