How to Pronounce Discectomy

To pronounce "discectomy", say DISC-ect-omy — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DISC-ect-omy

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💡 Tip for remembering “discectomy”

"discectomy" has 3 syllables: disc-ect-omy. It rhymes with diskectomy, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: diskectomy — easy to mix up when writing.

What does discectomy mean?

noun

  1. The surgical procedure to remove all or part of an intervertebral disc; discotomy.

Words that rhyme with discectomy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

diskectomy

Related words

discotomydissectionmicrodiscectomyannulotomyexcisiondiaphysectomytransectiontransversectomy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "discectomy"?▾

"Discectomy" has 3 syllables: disc · ect · omy.

What does "discectomy" mean?▾

Discectomy: The surgical procedure to remove all or part of an intervertebral disc; discotomy.

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