Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
ambiental
environmental
Latin America
Simplified: ahm-byehn-TAHL
IPA: am.bʝen'tal
Spain
Simplified: ahm-byehn-TAHL
IPA: am.bʝen'tal
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
am
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low
  • m like mom
  • m similar to English
bien
  • b like boy, but softer
  • gentler lip closure for Spanish b (versus English b)
  • i like y in yes
  • y sound similar to English
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e
  • n like no
  • n similar to English
tal
  • unaspirated t like stop (not top)
  • t without burst of air, tongue touches upper teeth
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low
  • light l like let
  • light l with flatter tongue for brighter sound than English