How to Pronounce Medulla

To pronounce "medulla", say MED-ull-a — 3 syllables, IPA /məˈdʌlə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/məˈdʌlə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “medulla”

"medulla" has 3 syllables: med-ull-a. It rhymes with nullah and sulla, if that helps it stick.

What does medulla mean?

noun

  1. The soft inner part of something, especially the pith of a fruit.
  2. The inner substance of various organs and structures, especially the marrow of bones.

Words that rhyme with medulla

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nullahsullamoolamullahmoolahbeulahulasquillabulaumulabakulachula

Related words

myelinbulbmyelinemedullaryoblongatamarrowpithcord

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "medulla"?▾

"Medulla" has 3 syllables: med · ull · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "medulla"?▾

The IPA transcription of "medulla" is /məˈdʌlə/.

What does "medulla" mean?▾

Medulla: The soft inner part of something, especially the pith of a fruit.

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