How to pronounce "royal"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "royal"

Learn how to break down "royal" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ˈɹɔɪəl/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

R OY1 AH0 L
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Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "royal"

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɔɪəl/

Noun

  • A royal person; a member of a royal family.
  • A standard size of printing paper, measuring 25 by 20 inches.
  • A standard size of writing paper, measuring 24 by 19 inches.
  • The Australian decimal currency intended to replace the pound in 1966; was changed to "dollar" before it was actually circulated.
  • Any of various lycaenid butterflies.
  • The fourth tine of an antler's beam.
  • A stag with twelve points (six on each antler).
  • In large sailing ships, square sail over the topgallant sail.
  • An old English gold coin, the rial.
  • A small mortar.
  • In auction bridge, a royal spade.
  • A tuft of beard on the lower lip.
    Synonyms: imperial
  • (campanology) Bell changes rung on ten bells.

Adjective

  • Of or relating to a monarch or their family.
  • Having the air or demeanour of a monarch; illustrious; magnanimous; of more than common size or excellence.
  • In large sailing ships, of a mast right above the topgallant mast and its sails.
    Example: "royal mast;  royal sail"
  • Free-for-all, especially involving multiple combatants.
  • Used as an intensifier.
    Example: "a royal pain in the neck"

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