How to Pronounce Plectrums

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

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

PLECTR-ums

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💡 Tip for remembering “plectrums”

"plectrums" has 2 syllables: plectr-ums. It rhymes with spectrums, if that helps it stick.

What does plectrums mean?

noun

  1. A small piece of plastic, metal, ivory, etc., for plucking the strings of a guitar, lyre, mandolin, etc.
  2. A projection of bone or other stiff tissue, such as the ridges in some insects' stridulatory organs.

Synonyms

guitar pickpick

Words that rhyme with plectrums

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

spectrums

Related words

plectronpickdrumheadsmusetteguitarsjinglydayglo

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plectrums"?▾

"Plectrums" has 2 syllables: plectr · ums.

What does "plectrums" mean?▾

Plectrums: A small piece of plastic, metal, ivory, etc., for plucking the strings of a guitar, lyre, mandolin, etc.

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