How to Pronounce Eschar

To pronounce "eschar", say ESCH-ar — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɛskɑː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

eschar

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɛskɑː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “eschar”

"eschar" has 2 syllables: esch-ar. It rhymes with plessor and eskar, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: eskar, aesir — easy to mix up when writing.

What does eschar mean?

noun

  1. A superficial structure of dead tissue, usually hardened, commonly, but not necessarily dark, adhering to underlying living or necrotic tissue, caused by gangrene or a burn
  2. (loose or obsolete) Any hard, dark, commonly flattened or sunken lesion or crust, especially on a burn, abscess, infection, wound; commonly a coagulation of blood or exudations, not necessarily involving dead or necrotic tissue.

Words that rhyme with eschar

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plessoreskaraesir

Related words

scabsearscurfsloughabrasionsquamecharatter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eschar"?▾

"Eschar" has 2 syllables: esch · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "eschar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eschar" is /ˈɛskɑː/.

What does "eschar" mean?▾

Eschar: A superficial structure of dead tissue, usually hardened, commonly, but not necessarily dark, adhering to underlying living or necrotic tissue, caused by gangrene or a burn

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