How to Pronounce Phlebotomy

To pronounce "phlebotomy", say PHLEB-ot-omy — 3 syllables, IPA /flɪˈbɒtəmi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/flɪˈbɒtəmi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “phlebotomy”

"phlebotomy" has 3 syllables: phleb-ot-omy. It rhymes with strabotomy, if that helps it stick.

What does phlebotomy mean?

noun

  1. The opening of a vein, either to withdraw blood or for letting blood; venesection.

Synonyms

venesectionvenipuncture

Words that rhyme with phlebotomy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

strabotomy

Related words

venesectionphlebectomyendophlebectomyvenotomyvenulathromboendovenectomyphlebogramvenorrhaphy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "phlebotomy"?▾

"Phlebotomy" has 3 syllables: phleb · ot · omy.

What is the IPA transcription of "phlebotomy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "phlebotomy" is /flɪˈbɒtəmi/.

What does "phlebotomy" mean?▾

Phlebotomy: The opening of a vein, either to withdraw blood or for letting blood; venesection.

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