How to Pronounce "marginal"
word
ˈmɑɹdʒənəɫ
MAR-juh-nuhl
mˈɑːdʒɪnəl
MAH-jin-uhl
Definition
Something that is marginal is very small or not important, or related to the edge or outer part of something. It can also describe things that are barely enough or have only a slight effect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɑɹdʒənəɫ
British English
mˈɑːdʒɪnəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAR-juh-nuhl
UK
MAH-jin-uhl
Listen in Context
The team's victory was only by a marginal difference.
The impact of the new rule was marginal.
Farmers in marginal areas struggle to grow crops.
Her promotion was based on more than just a marginal improvement in performance.