How to Pronounce "natal"
word
ˈneɪtəɫ/, /nəˈtɑɫ
NAY-tuhl or nuh-TAHL
ˈneɪtəl
NAY-tuhl
Definition
'Natal' is a formal adjective meaning related to birth or the place of birth. It is often used in medical or scientific language or to refer to someone's original hometown.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈneɪtəɫ/, /nəˈtɑɫ
British English
ˈneɪtəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAY-tuhl or nuh-TAHL
UK
NAY-tuhl
Listen in Context
She visited her natal city last summer.
The doctor specialized in natal care for babies.
Her natal language is Spanish.
He feels a deep connection to his natal village even though he lives abroad.