How to Pronounce Enterococcus

To pronounce "enterococcus", say ENT-er-oc-occ-us — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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ENT-er-oc-occ-us

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💡 Tip for remembering “enterococcus

"enterococcus" has 5 syllables: ent-er-oc-occ-us. It rhymes with raucous and caucus, if that helps it stick.

What does enterococcus mean?

noun

  1. Any of a group of streptococci bacteria, of the genus Enterococcus, that inhabit the human gastrointestinal tract and have great resistance to antibiotics

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How many syllables are in "enterococcus"?

"Enterococcus" has 5 syllables: ent · er · oc · occ · us.

What does "enterococcus" mean?

Enterococcus: Any of a group of streptococci bacteria, of the genus Enterococcus, that inhabit the human gastrointestinal tract and have great resistance to antibiotics

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