How to Pronounce Flatulence

To pronounce "flatulence", say FLAT-ul-enc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈflæt͡ʃələns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈflæt͡ʃələns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flatulence”

"flatulence" has 4 syllables: flat-ul-enc-e.

What does flatulence mean?

noun

  1. The state of having gas, often smelly, trapped (and when released, frequently with noise) in the digestive system of a human and some other animals; wind; and when released, a flatus, a fart.
  2. The release of such gas; breaking wind.

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Related words

flatulencyturgidityturgidnessgasfartsquirrelflatusflatulation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flatulence"?▾

"Flatulence" has 4 syllables: flat · ul · enc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "flatulence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flatulence" is /ˈflæt͡ʃələns/.

What does "flatulence" mean?▾

Flatulence: The state of having gas, often smelly, trapped (and when released, frequently with noise) in the digestive system of a human and some other animals; wind; and when released, a flatus, a fart.

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