How to Pronounce Epididymis

To pronounce "epididymis", say EP-id-idym-is — 4 syllables, IPA /ɛpiˈdɪdɪmɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɛpiˈdɪdɪmɪs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “epididymis”

"epididymis" has 4 syllables: ep-id-idym-is.

What does epididymis mean?

noun

  1. A narrow, tightly-coiled tube connecting the efferent ducts from the rear of each testicle to its vas deferens, where sperm are stored during maturation.

Related words

paradidymisparepididymisperididymisepididymovasostomyepididymotomyspermaduct

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epididymis"?▾

"Epididymis" has 4 syllables: ep · id · idym · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "epididymis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "epididymis" is /ɛpiˈdɪdɪmɪs/.

What does "epididymis" mean?▾

Epididymis: A narrow, tightly-coiled tube connecting the efferent ducts from the rear of each testicle to its vas deferens, where sperm are stored during maturation.

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