How to Pronounce Follicles

To pronounce "follicles", say FOLL-icl-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

FOLL-icl-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “follicles”

"follicles" has 3 syllables: foll-icl-es.

What does follicles mean?

noun

  1. A small cavity or sac, such as a hair follicle.
  2. A type of primitive dry fruit produced by certain flowering plants.

Related words

cavitiescryptspitsglandssacsvesiclesloculiovules

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How many syllables are in "follicles"?▾

"Follicles" has 3 syllables: foll · icl · es.

What does "follicles" mean?▾

Follicles: A small cavity or sac, such as a hair follicle.

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