How to Pronounce Alveolus

To pronounce "alveolus", say ALV-eol-us — 3 syllables, IPA /ælˈviələs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ælˈviələs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alveolus”

"alveolus" has 3 syllables: alv-eol-us.

What does alveolus mean?

noun

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

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alveolus"?▾

"Alveolus" has 3 syllables: alv · eol · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "alveolus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alveolus" is /ælˈviələs/.

What does "alveolus" mean?▾

Alveolus: A small cavity or pit.

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