How to Pronounce Hymenopteran

To pronounce "hymenopteran", say HYMEN-opt-er-an — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌhʌɪ.mɛˈnɒp.tə.ɹən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˌhʌɪ.mɛˈnɒp.tə.ɹən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hymenopteran”

"hymenopteran" has 4 syllables: hymen-opt-er-an.

What does hymenopteran mean?

noun

  1. Any insect of the order Hymenoptera: the bees, wasps and ants etc.

adjective

  1. Relating to or denoting hymenopterans.

Related words

hymenopteronstingshymenopterhymenopterologistmicrohymenopteranhemipterwaspheteropteran

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hymenopteran"?▾

"Hymenopteran" has 4 syllables: hymen · opt · er · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "hymenopteran"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hymenopteran" is /ˌhʌɪ.mɛˈnɒp.tə.ɹən/.

What does "hymenopteran" mean?▾

Hymenopteran: Any insect of the order Hymenoptera: the bees, wasps and ants etc.

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