American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'original' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "original" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "original"

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Simple pronunciation
uh-rih-juh-nl
IPA transcription
/əˈɹɪ.ʤə.nl̩/
Word frequency
657th

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What does "original" mean?

  1. 1.the first version of something
  2. 2.not a copy or adaptation
  3. 3.something unique or different from others

Examples of "original" in a sentence

  • The painting is an original work by a famous artist.
  • The museum has a collection of original ancient artifacts.
  • The store sells only original designer clothing.

How common is "original"?

Original is the 657th most common word in English.

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