How to Pronounce Peristome

To pronounce "peristome", say PER-ist-om-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PER-ist-om-e

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"peristome" has 4 syllables: per-ist-om-e.

What does peristome mean?

noun

  1. One or two rings of tooth-like appendages surrounding the opening of the capsule of many mosses.
  2. The parts of or surrounding the mouths of numerous invertebrates.

Related words

anteriorperistomaendostomeperistomiumfringeoperculumexostomeperidiole

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How many syllables are in "peristome"?▾

"Peristome" has 4 syllables: per · ist · om · e.

What does "peristome" mean?▾

Peristome: One or two rings of tooth-like appendages surrounding the opening of the capsule of many mosses.

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