How to Pronounce Atrophy

To pronounce "atrophy", say ATR-ophy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.tɹə.fi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈæ.tɹə.fi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “atrophy”

"atrophy" has 2 syllables: atr-ophy.

What does atrophy mean?

noun

  1. A reduction in the functionality of an organ caused by disease, injury or lack of use.

verb

  1. To wither or waste away.
  2. To cause to waste away or become abortive; to starve or weaken.

Antonyms

hypertrophystrengthen

Related words

wastingwitheringshrinkagecontractionshrinkingdeclinediminutiondeterioration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "atrophy"?▾

"Atrophy" has 2 syllables: atr · ophy.

What is the IPA transcription of "atrophy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "atrophy" is /ˈæ.tɹə.fi/.

What does "atrophy" mean?▾

Atrophy: A reduction in the functionality of an organ caused by disease, injury or lack of use.

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