How to Pronounce Dysplasia

To pronounce "dysplasia", say DYSPLAS-ia — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈpleɪ.ʒə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/dɪsˈpleɪ.ʒə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dysplasia”

"dysplasia" has 2 syllables: dysplas-ia. It rhymes with euthanasia and aphasia, if that helps it stick.

What does dysplasia mean?

noun

  1. Abnormal development of cells or tissue, often a precancerous stage of growth.

Words that rhyme with dysplasia

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

euthanasiaaphasiafantasiahyperplasia

Related words

hypohidrotichidroticbronchopulmonarydysgenesisabnormalitydysmorphismmalformationdysmorphogenesis

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dysplasia"?▾

"Dysplasia" has 2 syllables: dysplas · ia.

What is the IPA transcription of "dysplasia"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dysplasia" is /dɪsˈpleɪ.ʒə/.

What does "dysplasia" mean?▾

Dysplasia: Abnormal development of cells or tissue, often a precancerous stage of growth.

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