How to Pronounce Adipose

To pronounce "adipose", say AD-ip-os-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈæd.ɪ.pəʊs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈæd.ɪ.pəʊs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “adipose”

"adipose" has 4 syllables: ad-ip-os-e. It rhymes with morose and close, if that helps it stick.

What does adipose mean?

noun

  1. Animal fat stored in the tissue of the body.

adjective

  1. Containing, composed of, or consisting of fat; fatty.
  2. Slightly overweight; chubby.

Synonyms

fattychubbychunkyoverweightplumppodgytubby

Words that rhyme with adipose

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moroseclosegrandiosebellicosegrossengrosscomatosedoseplocesowcerowsemost

Related words

fattyfatcellularitylipidgreasyoilylipoidlipidic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adipose"?▾

"Adipose" has 4 syllables: ad · ip · os · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "adipose"?▾

The IPA transcription of "adipose" is /ˈæd.ɪ.pəʊs/.

What does "adipose" mean?▾

Adipose: Animal fat stored in the tissue of the body.

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