How to Pronounce Pileus

To pronounce "pileus", say PIL-eus — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

PIL-eus

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💡 Tip for remembering “pileus”

"pileus" has 2 syllables: pil-eus. It rhymes with ileus and milius, if that helps it stick.

What does pileus mean?

noun

  1. The cap of a mushroom.
  2. The bell of a jellyfish.

Synonyms

cap cloudscarf cloudcrown

Words that rhyme with pileus

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ileusmilius

Related words

capcuticlefleshyconvexpleurobrachiapileipellisapiculusperidiole

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pileus"?▾

"Pileus" has 2 syllables: pil · eus.

What does "pileus" mean?▾

Pileus: The cap of a mushroom.

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