How to Pronounce Phalanges

To pronounce "phalanges", say PHAL-ang-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

PHAL-ang-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “phalanges”

"phalanges" has 3 syllables: phal-ang-es. It rhymes with changes and exchanges, if that helps it stick.

What does phalanges mean?

noun

  1. A phalanx (of soldiers, people etc.).
  2. A phalanx.

noun

  1. (plural phalanxes) An ancient Greek and Macedonian military unit that consisted of several ranks and files (lines) of soldiers in close array with joined shields and long spears.
  2. (historical sociology) A Fourierite utopian community; a phalanstery.

Synonyms

phalange

Words that rhyme with phalanges

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "phalanges"?▾

"Phalanges" has 3 syllables: phal · ang · es.

What does "phalanges" mean?▾

Phalanges: A phalanx (of soldiers, people etc.).

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