How to Pronounce Purulent

To pronounce "purulent", say PUR-ul-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpjʊəɹ(j)ʊlənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpjʊəɹ(j)ʊlənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “purulent”

"purulent" has 3 syllables: pur-ul-ent.

What does purulent mean?

adjective

  1. Consisting of pus.
  2. Leaking or seeping pus.

    “purulent inflammation.”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "purulent"?▾

"Purulent" has 3 syllables: pur · ul · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "purulent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "purulent" is /ˈpjʊəɹ(j)ʊlənt/.

What does "purulent" mean?▾

Purulent: Consisting of pus.

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