How to Pronounce Microbe

To pronounce "microbe", say MICR-ob-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmaɪkɹoʊb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmaɪkɹoʊb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “microbe”

"microbe" has 3 syllables: micr-ob-e. It rhymes with probe and globe, if that helps it stick.

What does microbe mean?

noun

  1. Any microorganism, but especially a harmful bacterium.

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Words that rhyme with microbe

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probeglobewardrobestrobelobeshobejobetobeanaerobe

Related words

germbugbacteriamicroorganismbacteriummicro-organismorganismspore

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "microbe"?▾

"Microbe" has 3 syllables: micr · ob · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "microbe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "microbe" is /ˈmaɪkɹoʊb/.

What does "microbe" mean?▾

Microbe: Any microorganism, but especially a harmful bacterium.

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