How to Pronounce Cholera

To pronounce "cholera", say CHOL-er-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒləɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

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Letters

/ˈkɒləɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cholera”

"cholera" has 3 syllables: chol-er-a.

What does cholera mean?

noun

  1. Any of several acute infectious diseases of humans and domestic animals, caused by certain strains of the Vibrio cholerae bacterium through ingestion of contaminated water or food, usually marked by severe gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and dehydration.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cholera"?▾

"Cholera" has 3 syllables: chol · er · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "cholera"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cholera" is /ˈkɒləɹə/.

What does "cholera" mean?▾

Cholera: Any of several acute infectious diseases of humans and domestic animals, caused by certain strains of the Vibrio cholerae bacterium through ingestion of contaminated water or food, usually marked by severe gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and dehydration.

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