How to Pronounce Alimentary

To pronounce "alimentary", say AL-im-ent-ary — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈa.lɪ.mən.təɹ.i/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈa.lɪ.mən.təɹ.i/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alimentary”

"alimentary" has 4 syllables: al-im-ent-ary. It rhymes with rudimentary and supplementary, if that helps it stick.

What does alimentary mean?

adjective

  1. Of, or relating to food, nutrition or digestion.
  2. Nourishing; nutritious.

Words that rhyme with alimentary

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rudimentarysupplementarycomplimentarysedimentaryparliamentarytentorydocumentarytestamentary

Related words

nutritivenutritiousnourishingnutrientwholesomenutritionaldietdietary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alimentary"?▾

"Alimentary" has 4 syllables: al · im · ent · ary.

What is the IPA transcription of "alimentary"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alimentary" is /ˈa.lɪ.mən.təɹ.i/.

What does "alimentary" mean?▾

Alimentary: Of, or relating to food, nutrition or digestion.

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