To pronounce "herbivorous", say HERB-iv-or-ous — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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HERB-iv-or-ous
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"herbivorous" has 4 syllables: herb-iv-or-ous. It rhymes with carnivorous and omnivorous, if that helps it stick.
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"Herbivorous" has 4 syllables: herb · iv · or · ous.
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