How to Pronounce Aphthae

To pronounce "aphthae", say APHTH-ae — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

aphthae

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

APHTH-ae

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💡 Tip for remembering “aphthae”

"aphthae" has 2 syllables: aphth-ae.

What does aphthae mean?

noun

  1. Candidiasis, oral thrush, thrush (fungal infection of the mucous membranes of the mouth caused by any species of yeast from the genus Candida)
  2. An oral ulcer, disregarding the cause.

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How many syllables are in "aphthae"?▾

"Aphthae" has 2 syllables: aphth · ae.

What does "aphthae" mean?▾

Aphthae: Candidiasis, oral thrush, thrush (fungal infection of the mucous membranes of the mouth caused by any species of yeast from the genus Candida)

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