How to Pronounce Lachrymal

To pronounce "lachrymal", say LACHRYM-al — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlækɹɪməl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈlækɹɪməl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lachrymal”

"lachrymal" has 2 syllables: lachrym-al. It rhymes with lacrimal and lacrymal, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: lacrimal, lacrymal — easy to mix up when writing.

What does lachrymal mean?

noun

  1. A lachrymatory (vase intended for collecting tears)
  2. (in the plural) Lachrymal feelings or organs

adjective

  1. Of or relating to tears, or the tear glands.

Words that rhyme with lachrymal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lacrimallacrymal

Related words

lacrimallachrymouslachrymoselachrymarylachrymatorylachrymosallacrymoselacrymatory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lachrymal"?▾

"Lachrymal" has 2 syllables: lachrym · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "lachrymal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lachrymal" is /ˈlækɹɪməl/.

What does "lachrymal" mean?▾

Lachrymal: A lachrymatory (vase intended for collecting tears)

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