How to Pronounce Formulae

To pronounce "formulae", say FORM-ul-ae — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔː(ɹ)mjəˌlaɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɔː(ɹ)mjəˌlaɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “formulae”

"formulae" has 3 syllables: form-ul-ae.

What does formulae 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

alternativesapproachesarrangementsavenuesequationequationsexpressionsform

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "formulae"?▾

"Formulae" has 3 syllables: form · ul · ae.

What is the IPA transcription of "formulae"?▾

The IPA transcription of "formulae" is /ˈfɔː(ɹ)mjəˌlaɪ/.

What does "formulae" mean?▾

Formulae: Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.

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