How to Pronounce Hypervisor

To pronounce "hypervisor", say HYPERV-is-or — 3 syllables. 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

HYPERV-is-or

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💡 Tip for remembering “hypervisor”

"hypervisor" has 3 syllables: hyperv-is-or.

What does hypervisor mean?

noun

  1. A firmware or software system that provides a virtual machine and allows it to operate directly on underlying hardware (instead via emulation), but within specified constraints.

Synonyms

virtual machine monitor

Related words

virtualizervirtualizationparavirtualizationvirtualiseremulatorcontainerizationparavirtualisation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hypervisor"?▾

"Hypervisor" has 3 syllables: hyperv · is · or.

What does "hypervisor" mean?▾

Hypervisor: A firmware or software system that provides a virtual machine and allows it to operate directly on underlying hardware (instead via emulation), but within specified constraints.

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