How to Pronounce Fontanel

To pronounce "fontanel", say FONT-an-el — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

FONT-an-el

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💡 Tip for remembering “fontanel”

"fontanel" has 3 syllables: font-an-el.

What does fontanel mean?

noun

  1. A soft membraneous spot on the head of a baby due to incomplete fusion of the cranial bones.

Synonyms

soft spot

Related words

fontanellefontanellestruncusocciputskullmacrocephalybulbussutural

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fontanel"?▾

"Fontanel" has 3 syllables: font · an · el.

What does "fontanel" mean?▾

Fontanel: A soft membraneous spot on the head of a baby due to incomplete fusion of the cranial bones.

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