How to Pronounce Algae

To pronounce "algae", say ALG-ae — 2 syllables, IPA /æl.ɡɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/æl.ɡɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “algae”

"algae" has 2 syllables: alg-ae. It rhymes with algy, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: algy — easy to mix up when writing.

What does algae mean?

noun

  1. Any of many aquatic photosynthetic organisms, including the seaweeds, whose size ranges from a single cell to giant kelps and whose biochemistry and forms are very diverse, some being eukaryotic.

noun

  1. Algal organisms viewed collectively or as a mass; algal growth.
  2. A particular kind of algae.

Words that rhyme with algae

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algy

Related words

kelpseaweedbloomweeddaphniainhibitionwagesalary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "algae"?▾

"Algae" has 2 syllables: alg · ae.

What is the IPA transcription of "algae"?▾

The IPA transcription of "algae" is /æl.ɡɪ/.

What does "algae" mean?▾

Algae: Any of many aquatic photosynthetic organisms, including the seaweeds, whose size ranges from a single cell to giant kelps and whose biochemistry and forms are very diverse, some being eukaryotic.

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