How to Pronounce Osteophyte

To pronounce "osteophyte", say OST-eophyt-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɒstɪəfʌɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈɒstɪəfʌɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “osteophyte”

"osteophyte" has 3 syllables: ost-eophyt-e.

What does osteophyte mean?

noun

  1. A small, abnormal growth of bone (exostosis, bone spur) that forms along joint margins.

Related words

exostosisosteochondromaecchondrosispostexapophysisenostosisectostosisosteomaosteoformation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "osteophyte"?▾

"Osteophyte" has 3 syllables: ost · eophyt · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "osteophyte"?▾

The IPA transcription of "osteophyte" is /ˈɒstɪəfʌɪt/.

What does "osteophyte" mean?▾

Osteophyte: A small, abnormal growth of bone (exostosis, bone spur) that forms along joint margins.

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