How to Pronounce "external"
word
/ɪkˈstɝnəɫ/
ik-STUR-nuhl
/ɛkstˈɜːnəl/
ek-STUR-nuhl
Definition
Relating to or located on the outside; coming from outside rather than inside something. Often used to describe surfaces, influences, or resources.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪkˈstɝnəɫ/
British English
/ɛkstˈɜːnəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ik-STUR-nuhl
UK
ek-STUR-nuhl
Listen in Context
The external wall needs to be painted.
This medicine is for external use only.
The company gets external help to solve problems.
My phone has an external battery pack for long trips.