How to Pronounce Labellum

To pronounce "labellum", say LAB-ell-um — 3 syllables, IPA /ləˈbɛl.əm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ləˈbɛl.əm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “labellum”

"labellum" has 3 syllables: lab-ell-um. It rhymes with flabellum and cribellum, if that helps it stick.

What does labellum mean?

noun

  1. The lower central petal of a flower (especially an orchid), usually developed to be showy and attract pollinators.
  2. Part of the mouth of an insect, especially the sucking mouthparts of a fly.

Synonyms

lip

Words that rhyme with labellum

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flabellumcribellumglabellum

Related words

petallabiumlimbstandardvexillumpetalumflabellumbell

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "labellum"?▾

"Labellum" has 3 syllables: lab · ell · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "labellum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "labellum" is /ləˈbɛl.əm/.

What does "labellum" mean?▾

Labellum: The lower central petal of a flower (especially an orchid), usually developed to be showy and attract pollinators.

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