How to Pronounce Formula

To pronounce "formula", say FORM-ul-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔː.mjʊ.lə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈfɔː.mjʊ.lə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “formula”

"formula" has 3 syllables: form-ul-a.

What does formula mean?

noun

  1. Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.
  2. A symbolic expression of the structure of a compound.

    “H2O is the formula for water.”

noun

  1. A manufactured food simulating human breast milk, designed to be fed to babies and infants under 12 months of age.

Synonyms

chemical formulamathematical formulababy formulaformula

Related words

patternexpressionconventionrulenormalrecipecalculationcalculating

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "formula"?▾

"Formula" has 3 syllables: form · ul · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "formula"?▾

The IPA transcription of "formula" is /ˈfɔː.mjʊ.lə/.

What does "formula" mean?▾

Formula: Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.

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