how to pronounce metal
/ˈmɛtəl/
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The above transcription of metal is a detailed (narrow) transcription according to the rules of the International Phonetic Association. You can find a description of each symbol by clicking the phoneme buttons in the secction below.
metal is pronounced in two syllables
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An example use of metal in a speech by a native speaker of american english:
“… skirt and stem like metal and a glove …”
meaning of metal
Metal is a type of material that is strong, malleable, and ductile.
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