How to Pronounce Opercular

To pronounce "opercular", say OP-erc-ul-ar — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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OP-erc-ul-ar

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💡 Tip for remembering “opercular”

"opercular" has 4 syllables: op-erc-ul-ar.

What does opercular mean?

noun

  1. The principal opercular bone or operculum of fishes.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to the operculum.

Related words

paleaesubopercularpreopercularocellarocellorbitalocellaryoculisticocellocular

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How many syllables are in "opercular"?▾

"Opercular" has 4 syllables: op · erc · ul · ar.

What does "opercular" mean?▾

Opercular: The principal opercular bone or operculum of fishes.

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