How to Pronounce Alveoli

To pronounce "alveoli", say ALV-eol-i — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

ALV-eol-i

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💡 Tip for remembering “alveoli”

"alveoli" has 3 syllables: alv-eol-i. It rhymes with wry and exemplify, if that helps it stick.

What does alveoli mean?

noun

  1. A small cavity or pit.
  2. An anatomical structure that has the form of a hollow cavity, as:

Words that rhyme with alveoli

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wryexemplifyrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycry

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alveoli"?▾

"Alveoli" has 3 syllables: alv · eol · i.

What does "alveoli" mean?▾

Alveoli: A small cavity or pit.

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