How to Pronounce Olfactory

To pronounce "olfactory", say OLF-act-ory — 3 syllables, IPA /ɒlˈfæk.təɹ.ɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɒlˈfæk.təɹ.ɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “olfactory”

"olfactory" has 3 syllables: olf-act-ory. It rhymes with satisfactory and unsatisfactory, if that helps it stick.

What does olfactory mean?

noun

  1. An olfactory organ.
  2. (chiefly in the plural) The sense of smell.

adjective

  1. Concerning the sense of smell.

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Words that rhyme with olfactory

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satisfactoryunsatisfactoryrefractoryfactorytractory

Related words

olfactivesmellscentodorodouraromaticfragrantscented

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "olfactory"?▾

"Olfactory" has 3 syllables: olf · act · ory.

What is the IPA transcription of "olfactory"?▾

The IPA transcription of "olfactory" is /ɒlˈfæk.təɹ.ɪ/.

What does "olfactory" mean?▾

Olfactory: An olfactory organ.

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