How to Pronounce Microscopes

To pronounce "microscopes", say MICR-osc-op-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

MICR-osc-op-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “microscopes”

"microscopes" has 4 syllables: micr-osc-op-es. It rhymes with lopes and scopes, if that helps it stick.

What does microscopes mean?

noun

  1. An optical instrument used for observing small objects.
  2. Any instrument for imaging very small objects (such as an electron microscope).

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Words that rhyme with microscopes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lopesscopesgropesisotopessoapscopesdopesenvelopesstethoscopesstopescantaloupesperiscopes

Related words

microscopymicroscopistmicroscopicaltelescopesstereomicroscopeultramicroscopetelescopespectrometers

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "microscopes"?▾

"Microscopes" has 4 syllables: micr · osc · op · es.

What does "microscopes" mean?▾

Microscopes: An optical instrument used for observing small objects.

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