How to Pronounce Amphoras

To pronounce "amphoras", say AMPH-or-as — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

AMPH-or-as

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💡 Tip for remembering “amphoras”

"amphoras" has 3 syllables: amph-or-as.

What does amphoras mean?

noun

  1. A two-handled jar with a narrow neck that was used in ancient times to store or carry wine or oil.
  2. One of various units for measuring liquid or volume during the Roman Empire, measuring between 18.5 and 39 litres depending on the variant.

Related words

rhodianamphoricamphionamphipodsamphiumaamphidamphipodamphoteric

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "amphoras"?▾

"Amphoras" has 3 syllables: amph · or · as.

What does "amphoras" mean?▾

Amphoras: A two-handled jar with a narrow neck that was used in ancient times to store or carry wine or oil.

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