How to Pronounce Anterior

To pronounce "anterior", say ANT-er-ior — 3 syllables, IPA /ænˈtɪəriə(r)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ænˈtɪəriə(r)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “anterior”

"anterior" has 3 syllables: ant-er-ior. It rhymes with inferior and ulterior, if that helps it stick.

What does anterior mean?

adjective

  1. Before in place.
  2. Before or earlier in time; prior to; preceding.

Antonyms

posterior

Words that rhyme with anterior

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

inferiorulteriorexteriorcheerierweariereeriercenteriorinteriorsuperior

Related words

prefrontalfrontfrontalprecedingforeantecedentpriorperistome

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anterior"?▾

"Anterior" has 3 syllables: ant · er · ior.

What is the IPA transcription of "anterior"?▾

The IPA transcription of "anterior" is /ænˈtɪəriə(r)/.

What does "anterior" mean?▾

Anterior: Before in place.

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