How to Pronounce Polymorphic

To pronounce "polymorphic", say POLYM-orph-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌpɑliˈmɔɹfɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌpɑliˈmɔɹfɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “polymorphic”

"polymorphic" has 3 syllables: polym-orph-ic. It rhymes with anthropomorphic and metamorphic, if that helps it stick.

What does polymorphic mean?

adjective

  1. Relating to polymorphism (any sense), able to have several shapes or forms.
  2. (of a function) Having or relating to the ability to take multiple data types for a single parameter.

Synonyms

multiformprotean

Antonyms

monomorphic

Words that rhyme with polymorphic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

anthropomorphicmetamorphicdimorphicmorphicnorfolkorphic

Related words

polymorphousmultiformmultifacetedmicrosatelliteperverseshape-shiftermicrosatellitespleomorphic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "polymorphic"?▾

"Polymorphic" has 3 syllables: polym · orph · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "polymorphic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "polymorphic" is /ˌpɑliˈmɔɹfɪk/.

What does "polymorphic" mean?▾

Polymorphic: Relating to polymorphism (any sense), able to have several shapes or forms.

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