How to Pronounce Claustrum

To pronounce "claustrum", say CLAUSTR-um — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈklɔːstɹəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈklɔːstɹəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “claustrum”

"claustrum" has 2 syllables: claustr-um. It rhymes with rostrum and nostrum, if that helps it stick.

What does claustrum mean?

noun

  1. A thin, irregular sheet of grey matter underneath the inner part of the neocortex on both sides of the brains of mammals; its exact function is not understood, but it is believed to facilitate coordination between senses.

Words that rhyme with claustrum

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rostrumnostrumhaustrumostrembostrombrostrommostromostromostrum

Related words

neuropilcinereafornixalveusneuropileneocortexneurosphere

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "claustrum"?▾

"Claustrum" has 2 syllables: claustr · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "claustrum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "claustrum" is /ˈklɔːstɹəm/.

What does "claustrum" mean?▾

Claustrum: A thin, irregular sheet of grey matter underneath the inner part of the neocortex on both sides of the brains of mammals; its exact function is not understood, but it is believed to facilitate coordination between senses.

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