How to Pronounce Fimbriae

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

FIMBR-iae

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"fimbriae" has 2 syllables: fimbr-iae.

What does fimbriae mean?

noun

  1. Any anatomical structure in the form of a fringe, but especially that around the ovarian end of the Fallopian tube.
  2. Hairlike appendage found on the cell surface of many bacteria; used by the bacteria to adhere to one another, to animal cells and to some inanimate objects.

Synonyms

pilus

Related words

fimbriatefimbriatafimbriatedfibrilsfasciaefibrilfibulaeflagella

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fimbriae"?▾

"Fimbriae" has 2 syllables: fimbr · iae.

What does "fimbriae" mean?▾

Fimbriae: Any anatomical structure in the form of a fringe, but especially that around the ovarian end of the Fallopian tube.

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