How to Pronounce Polyhedron

To pronounce "polyhedron", say POLYH-edr-on — 3 syllables, IPA /pɒliˈhiːdɹən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/pɒliˈhiːdɹən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “polyhedron”

"polyhedron" has 3 syllables: polyh-edr-on. It rhymes with tetrahedron and octahedron, if that helps it stick.

What does polyhedron mean?

noun

  1. A solid figure with many flat faces and straight edges.
  2. A polyscope, or multiplying glass.

Words that rhyme with polyhedron

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tetrahedronoctahedronsanhedrin

Related words

polyedronpentahedronholyhedrondeltahedronpentagonohedrondihedronpyramidcube

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "polyhedron"?▾

"Polyhedron" has 3 syllables: polyh · edr · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "polyhedron"?▾

The IPA transcription of "polyhedron" is /pɒliˈhiːdɹən/.

What does "polyhedron" mean?▾

Polyhedron: A solid figure with many flat faces and straight edges.

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