How to Pronounce Permafrost

To pronounce "permafrost", say PERM-afr-ost — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɝməˌfɹɔst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈpɝməˌfɹɔst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “permafrost”

"permafrost" has 3 syllables: perm-afr-ost.

What does permafrost mean?

noun

  1. Permanently frozen ground, or a specific layer thereof.

Related words

groundsuperfrosttalikgelisollithalsaperiglaciationcryosphere

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "permafrost"?▾

"Permafrost" has 3 syllables: perm · afr · ost.

What is the IPA transcription of "permafrost"?▾

The IPA transcription of "permafrost" is /ˈpɝməˌfɹɔst/.

What does "permafrost" mean?▾

Permafrost: Permanently frozen ground, or a specific layer thereof.

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