How to Pronounce Effluent

To pronounce "effluent", say EFFL-uent — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

EFFL-uent

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💡 Tip for remembering “effluent”

"effluent" has 2 syllables: effl-uent.

What does effluent mean?

noun

  1. A stream that flows out, such as from a lake or reservoir; an outflow; effluence.
  2. Sewage water that has been (partially) treated, and is released into a natural body of water; a flow of any liquid waste.

adjective

  1. Flowing out; outflowing.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "effluent"?▾

"Effluent" has 2 syllables: effl · uent.

What does "effluent" mean?▾

Effluent: A stream that flows out, such as from a lake or reservoir; an outflow; effluence.

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