To pronounce "microfossil", say MICR-of-oss-il — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"microfossil" has 4 syllables: micr-of-oss-il. It rhymes with docile and colossal, if that helps it stick.
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"Microfossil" has 4 syllables: micr · of · oss · il.
Microfossil: A microscopic fossil
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