How to Pronounce Occiput

To pronounce "occiput", say OCC-ip-ut — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɒksɪpət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɒksɪpət/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “occiput”

"occiput" has 3 syllables: occ-ip-ut.

What does occiput mean?

noun

  1. The back part of the head or skull (contradistinct from sinciput).

Antonyms

sinciput

Related words

posteriorrotatesoccipitalsupraocciputbasiocciputsinciputexoccipitalbasioccipital

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "occiput"?▾

"Occiput" has 3 syllables: occ · ip · ut.

What is the IPA transcription of "occiput"?▾

The IPA transcription of "occiput" is /ˈɒksɪpət/.

What does "occiput" mean?▾

Occiput: The back part of the head or skull (contradistinct from sinciput).

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