How to Pronounce Ferrous

To pronounce "ferrous", say FERR-ous — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɛɹəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈfɛɹəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ferrous”

"ferrous" has 2 syllables: ferr-ous. It rhymes with heiress and serrous, if that helps it stick.

What does ferrous mean?

adjective

  1. Of or containing iron.
  2. Of compounds of iron in which it has a valence or oxidation number of 2.

Antonyms

nonferrous

Words that rhyme with ferrous

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

heiressserrousterrasseparousglareousderrisnonferroussclerousgerrisclarisfarismeris

Related words

ferricironsteelsmeltingsilicatesmeltermagnesiumfumarate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ferrous"?▾

"Ferrous" has 2 syllables: ferr · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "ferrous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ferrous" is /ˈfɛɹəs/.

What does "ferrous" mean?▾

Ferrous: Of or containing iron.

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