How to Pronounce Parapodia

To pronounce "parapodia", say PAR-ap-od-ia — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

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Letters

PAR-ap-od-ia

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💡 Tip for remembering “parapodia”

"parapodia" has 4 syllables: par-ap-od-ia.

What does parapodia mean?

noun

  1. Any of the paired unjointed lateral outgrowths used for locomotion by worms such as annelids.
  2. A lateral expansion on both sides of the foot in some gastropods, often used as a swimming organ.

Related words

biramouspseudopodiaparapraxesparallelopipedparaparesisepipodialpseudopodprotopodite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parapodia"?▾

"Parapodia" has 4 syllables: par · ap · od · ia.

What does "parapodia" mean?▾

Parapodia: Any of the paired unjointed lateral outgrowths used for locomotion by worms such as annelids.

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