How to Pronounce Calomel

To pronounce "calomel", say CAL-om-el — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

CAL-om-el

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💡 Tip for remembering “calomel”

"calomel" has 3 syllables: cal-om-el.

What does calomel mean?

noun

  1. Mercurous chloride Hg2Cl2, formerly used as a laxative and disinfectant and to treat syphilis

Related words

grsublimedethylmercurymethylmercurychloromercurialhexachlorothallatemercurial

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "calomel"?▾

"Calomel" has 3 syllables: cal · om · el.

What does "calomel" mean?▾

Calomel: Mercurous chloride Hg2Cl2, formerly used as a laxative and disinfectant and to treat syphilis

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