How to Pronounce Dentistry

To pronounce "dentistry", say DENT-istry — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɛntɪstɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈdɛntɪstɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dentistry”

"dentistry" has 2 syllables: dent-istry.

What does dentistry mean?

noun

  1. The field of medicine concerned with the study, diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the teeth and oral cavity.
  2. Operations performed on teeth and adjoining areas such as drilling, filling cavities and placing crowns and bridges.

Related words

dentistdentaltoothdentistsodontologystomatology

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dentistry"?▾

"Dentistry" has 2 syllables: dent · istry.

What is the IPA transcription of "dentistry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dentistry" is /ˈdɛntɪstɹi/.

What does "dentistry" mean?▾

Dentistry: The field of medicine concerned with the study, diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the teeth and oral cavity.

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