Pronouncing the English word ethereal correctly is not as intimidating as it may seem. Its unique spelling and pronunciation may have you tongue-tied at first, but with practice and patience, you can be pronouncing the word correctly in no time.

First, break the word into syllables. You will pronounce it with three syllables: eh-ther-ee-ul.

The first syllable, “eh”, is a shorter and softer version of the sound you make when you say the letter “a”. The “ther” sound is a combination of the “th” sound and the “er” sound, but it should still be said as one syllable. The “ee” is the same as saying the letter “e”. The last syllable has an “ul” sound that is a combination of “uh” and “l”.

The emphasis of the word should be on the second syllable, “ther”. Make sure to keep the syllables even and distinct when you pronounce the word. Practice saying the word slowly and then gradually speed up to get a better sense of how to pronounce it.

If you need extra help, you can find plenty of audio recordings of native English speakers pronouncing the word ethereal. The best way to learn how to pronounce ethereal correctly is to listen to it and imitate the pronunciation. With enough practice, you will be able to pronounce it like a native English speaker.