How to Pronounce Flocculent

To pronounce "flocculent", say FLOCC-ul-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈflɒkjʊlənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈflɒkjʊlənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flocculent”

"flocculent" has 3 syllables: flocc-ul-ent. It rhymes with poculent and flocculant, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: flocculant — easy to mix up when writing.

What does flocculent mean?

noun

  1. Diminutive of flocculent spiral galaxy

adjective

  1. Flocculated, resembling bits of wool; woolly.
  2. Covered in a woolly substance; downy.

Antonyms

grand design

Words that rhyme with flocculent

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poculentflocculant

Related words

woollywoolysoftflockylanosewoollikewoollyishflocklike

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flocculent"?▾

"Flocculent" has 3 syllables: flocc · ul · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "flocculent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flocculent" is /ˈflɒkjʊlənt/.

What does "flocculent" mean?▾

Flocculent: Diminutive of flocculent spiral galaxy

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