How to Pronounce Epithelium

To pronounce "epithelium", say EP-ith-el-ium — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɛpɪˈθiːlɪəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌɛpɪˈθiːlɪəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “epithelium”

"epithelium" has 4 syllables: ep-ith-el-ium.

What does epithelium 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

endometriumcoveringmembranemucosaliningskincuticlepellicle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epithelium"?▾

"Epithelium" has 4 syllables: ep · ith · el · ium.

What is the IPA transcription of "epithelium"?▾

The IPA transcription of "epithelium" is /ˌɛpɪˈθiːlɪəm/.

What does "epithelium" mean?▾

Epithelium: 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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