How to Pronounce Dysentery

To pronounce "dysentery", say DYSENT-ery — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɪsəntəɹi/. 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

/ˈdɪsəntəɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dysentery”

"dysentery" has 2 syllables: dysent-ery. It rhymes with extraordinary and contemporary, if that helps it stick.

What does dysentery mean?

noun

  1. A disease characterised by inflammation of the intestines, especially the colon (large intestine), accompanied by pus (white blood cells) in the feces, fever, pain in the abdomen, high volume of diarrhea, and possible blood in the feces.
  2. Diarrhea

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Words that rhyme with dysentery

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dysentery"?▾

"Dysentery" has 2 syllables: dysent · ery.

What is the IPA transcription of "dysentery"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dysentery" is /ˈdɪsəntəɹi/.

What does "dysentery" mean?▾

Dysentery: A disease characterised by inflammation of the intestines, especially the colon (large intestine), accompanied by pus (white blood cells) in the feces, fever, pain in the abdomen, high volume of diarrhea, and possible blood in the feces.

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