How to Pronounce "substantial"
word
/səbˈstænʃəɫ/
suhb-STAN-shuhl
/səbstˈænʃəl/
suhb-STAN-shuhl
Definition
Large in amount, size, or importance. It can also mean something strong, solid, or meaningful.
IPA Transcription
American English
/səbˈstænʃəɫ/
British English
/səbstˈænʃəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suhb-STAN-shuhl
UK
suhb-STAN-shuhl
Listen in Context
The company made a substantial profit last year.
They need a substantial amount of water for the project.
There is a substantial difference between the two products.
We saw a substantial increase in sales after the new ad campaign.