How to Pronounce Opuntia

To pronounce "opuntia", say OP-unt-ia — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

OP-unt-ia

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💡 Tip for remembering “opuntia”

"opuntia" has 3 syllables: op-unt-ia.

What does opuntia mean?

noun

  1. Opuntia, a genus of cactus that includes such cacti as the prickly pear and xoconostle.

Related words

spsppopuntioidtunaxoconostlenopal

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How many syllables are in "opuntia"?▾

"Opuntia" has 3 syllables: op · unt · ia.

What does "opuntia" mean?▾

Opuntia: Opuntia, a genus of cactus that includes such cacti as the prickly pear and xoconostle.

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