How to Pronounce Apophysis

To pronounce "apophysis", say AP-ophys-is — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈpɒfɪsɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

apophysis

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈpɒfɪsɪs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “apophysis”

"apophysis" has 3 syllables: ap-ophys-is. It rhymes with apophasis and hypophysis, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: apophasis — easy to mix up when writing.

What does apophysis mean?

noun

  1. A natural outgrowth, swelling or enlargement, usually of an organism; A protuberance on a bone.
  2. The external part of a cone scale.

Words that rhyme with apophysis

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

apophasishypophysis

Related words

epicondylarcalcanealunfusedapodemabasapophysisoutgrowthappendageapodeme

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "apophysis"?▾

"Apophysis" has 3 syllables: ap · ophys · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "apophysis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "apophysis" is /əˈpɒfɪsɪs/.

What does "apophysis" mean?▾

Apophysis: A natural outgrowth, swelling or enlargement, usually of an organism; A protuberance on a bone.

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