How to Pronounce Parathyroid

To pronounce "parathyroid", say PAR-athyr-oid — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PAR-athyr-oid

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💡 Tip for remembering “parathyroid”

"parathyroid" has 3 syllables: par-athyr-oid.

What does parathyroid mean?

noun

  1. The parathyroid gland.
  2. A parathyroid hormone.

adjective

  1. Situated near the thyroid gland.
  2. Pertaining to the parathyroid glands or their extracts.

Related words

pthparathormoneparathyrinperithyroidalparapituitary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parathyroid"?▾

"Parathyroid" has 3 syllables: par · athyr · oid.

What does "parathyroid" mean?▾

Parathyroid: The parathyroid gland.

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