How to Pronounce Hellebore

To pronounce "hellebore", say HELL-eb-or-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈhɛlɪbɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈhɛlɪbɔː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hellebore”

"hellebore" has 4 syllables: hell-eb-or-e. It rhymes with ellebore, if that helps it stick.

What does hellebore mean?

noun

Any of the common garden flowering plants of the genus Helleborus, in family Ranunculaceae, having supposed medicinal properties.
A toxic extract of certain false hellebores (Veratrum album or Veratrum viride), formerly used as a pesticide.

Synonyms

Christmas rose

Words that rhyme with hellebore

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hellebore"?▾

"Hellebore" has 4 syllables: hell · eb · or · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "hellebore"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hellebore" is /ˈhɛlɪbɔː/.

What does "hellebore" mean?▾

Hellebore: Any of the common garden flowering plants of the genus Helleborus, in family Ranunculaceae, having supposed medicinal properties.

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