How to Pronounce Erupts

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

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Letters

ER-upts

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💡 Tip for remembering “erupts

"erupts" has 2 syllables: er-upts. It rhymes with nuptse and disrupts, if that helps it stick.

What does erupts mean?

verb

  1. To eject something violently (such as lava or water, as from a volcano or geyser).

    The volcano erupted, spewing lava across a wide area.

  2. To burst forth; to break out.

    The third molar tooth erupts late in most people, and sometimes does not appear at all.

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How many syllables are in "erupts"?

"Erupts" has 2 syllables: er · upts.

What does "erupts" mean?

Erupts: To eject something violently (such as lava or water, as from a volcano or geyser).

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