How to Pronounce Phimosis

To pronounce "phimosis", say PHIM-os-is — 3 syllables, IPA /faɪˈməʊsɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/faɪˈməʊsɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “phimosis”

"phimosis" has 3 syllables: phim-os-is. It rhymes with limosis and zymosis, if that helps it stick.

What does phimosis mean?

noun

  1. A contraction of the foreskin (either as a stage of development or a pathological condition), which prevents it from being retracted.

Words that rhyme with phimosis

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

limosiszymosis

Related words

paraphimosiscontracturemicroposthiaposthitisblepharophimosismacroposthiaaposthiaacroposthitis

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "phimosis"?▾

"Phimosis" has 3 syllables: phim · os · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "phimosis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "phimosis" is /faɪˈməʊsɪs/.

What does "phimosis" mean?▾

Phimosis: A contraction of the foreskin (either as a stage of development or a pathological condition), which prevents it from being retracted.

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