How to pronounce syncopal
Say it like SIN-kuh-puh. Syncopal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIN).
- SIN
- kuh
- puh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Syncopal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- puhGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of syncopal
American and British speakers say syncopal in essentially the same way: /ˈsɪnkəˌpʌ/ in the US and /ˈsɪnkəˌpʌ/ in the UK.
British respelling: SIN-kuh-puh.
What does syncopal mean?
- Of or relating to syncope
Where does syncopal come from?
From syncope + -al.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- syncopic
Questions about saying syncopal
How do you pronounce syncopal?
Say SIN-kuh-puh. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪnkəˌpʌ/. In British English it is /ˈsɪnkəˌpʌ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in syncopal?
Syncopal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIN). Broken into parts: SIN · kuh · puh.
Do Americans and Brits say syncopal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɪnkəˌpʌ/ and the British form is /ˈsɪnkəˌpʌ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.