How to Pronounce "transcendental"
word
tran-sen-DEN-tuhl
tran-sin-DEN-tuhl
Definition
Describes something that goes beyond normal human experience or understanding, often referring to spiritual, abstract, or philosophical ideas. It can also mean something extraordinary or surpassing ordinary limits.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌtɹænsənˈdɛnəɫ/, /ˌtɹænsənˈdɛntəɫ
British English
tɹænsɪndˈɛntəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
tran-sen-DEN-tuhl
UK
tran-sin-DEN-tuhl
Listen in Context
Many people seek transcendental experiences through meditation.
The theory is based on transcendental principles.
Some mathematicians study transcendental numbers.
People say her art has a transcendental quality that moves everyone.