How to Pronounce Marasmus

To pronounce "marasmus", say MAR-asm-us — 3 syllables, IPA /məˈɹæz.məs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/məˈɹæz.məs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “marasmus”

"marasmus" has 3 syllables: mar-asm-us.

What does marasmus mean?

noun

  1. Any wasting disease, especially a severe loss of body weight, in children, caused by malnutrition or the inability to digest protein

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "marasmus"?▾

"Marasmus" has 3 syllables: mar · asm · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "marasmus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "marasmus" is /məˈɹæz.məs/.

What does "marasmus" mean?▾

Marasmus: Any wasting disease, especially a severe loss of body weight, in children, caused by malnutrition or the inability to digest protein

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