How to Pronounce "incidental"
word
ˌɪnsɪˈdɛntəɫ
in-si-DEN-tuhl
ˌɪnsɪdˈɛntəl
in-si-DEN-tuhl
Definition
Happening as a minor part or result of something else, not the main or most important thing; something secondary or accidental.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnsɪˈdɛntəɫ
British English
ˌɪnsɪdˈɛntəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-si-DEN-tuhl
UK
in-si-DEN-tuhl
Listen in Context
The conference fee does not include incidental expenses.
There were some incidental noises during the interview.
The main goal is learning, but friendships are an incidental benefit.
Any incidental damage will be covered by the insurance policy.