How to Pronounce Pliosaur

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

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PLIOS-aur

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💡 Tip for remembering “pliosaur”

"pliosaur" has 2 syllables: plios-aur.

What does pliosaur mean?

noun

  1. Any of several plesiosaurs, of the family Pliosauridae, from the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pliosaur"?▾

"Pliosaur" has 2 syllables: plios · aur.

What does "pliosaur" mean?▾

Pliosaur: Any of several plesiosaurs, of the family Pliosauridae, from the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods

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