How to Pronounce Epithelia

To pronounce "epithelia", say EP-ith-el-ia — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

EP-ith-el-ia

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"epithelia" has 4 syllables: ep-ith-el-ia.

What does epithelia mean?

noun

  1. A membranous tissue composed of one or more layers of cells which forms the covering of most internal and external surfaces of the body and its organs: internally including the lining of vessels and other small cavities, and externally being the skin.

Synonyms

epithelial tissue

Related words

epithelialepithelizationepithelioidepitheliomatousepitheliomaendotheliaendotheliumepineurium

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How many syllables are in "epithelia"?▾

"Epithelia" has 4 syllables: ep · ith · el · ia.

What does "epithelia" mean?▾

Epithelia: A membranous tissue composed of one or more layers of cells which forms the covering of most internal and external surfaces of the body and its organs: internally including the lining of vessels and other small cavities, and externally being the skin.

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