How to Pronounce Herpesviruses

To pronounce "herpesviruses", say HERP-esv-ir-us-es — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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HERP-esv-ir-us-es

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"herpesviruses" has 5 syllables: herp-esv-ir-us-es.

What does herpesviruses mean?

noun

  1. Any of the family Herpesviridae, double-stranded DNA viruses, many of which are responsible for diseases such as chickenpox, herpes simplex, and shingles, and others affecting animals.

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How many syllables are in "herpesviruses"?▾

"Herpesviruses" has 5 syllables: herp · esv · ir · us · es.

What does "herpesviruses" mean?▾

Herpesviruses: Any of the family Herpesviridae, double-stranded DNA viruses, many of which are responsible for diseases such as chickenpox, herpes simplex, and shingles, and others affecting animals.

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