How to Pronounce Excretory

To pronounce "excretory", say EXCR-et-ory — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

EXCR-et-ory

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💡 Tip for remembering “excretory”

"excretory" has 3 syllables: excr-et-ory. It rhymes with repository and hoary, if that helps it stick.

What does excretory mean?

noun

  1. A duct that helps to receive and excrete matter.

adjective

  1. Of, or relating to excretion.

Words that rhyme with excretory

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

repositoryhoaryquarryallegorydesultorytransitoryambulatoryglorydilatoryaleatoryterritoryobligatory

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "excretory"?▾

"Excretory" has 3 syllables: excr · et · ory.

What does "excretory" mean?▾

Excretory: A duct that helps to receive and excrete matter.

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