How to pronounce metaphorical
Say it like met-uh-FOR-ih-kul. Metaphorical has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FOR).
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- met
- uh
- FOR
- ih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Metaphorical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- metGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of metaphorical
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: met-uh-FOR-ih-kul.
What does metaphorical mean?
- Pertaining to or characterized by a metaphor; figurative; symbolic.“metaphorical answer”
Where does metaphorical come from?
From metaphoric + -al.
Words that rhyme with metaphorical
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Questions about saying metaphorical
How do you pronounce metaphorical?
Say met-uh-FOR-ih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˌmɛtəˈfɔrɪkəl/. In British English it is /ˌmɛtəˈfɒrɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in metaphorical?
Metaphorical has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FOR). Broken into parts: met · uh · FOR · ih · kul.
Is metaphorical pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌmɛtəˈfɒrɪkəl/ (met-uh-FOR-ih-kul).