How to Pronounce Pyorrhea

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

PYORRH-ea

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💡 Tip for remembering “pyorrhea”

"pyorrhea" has 2 syllables: pyorrh-ea. It rhymes with thiourea, if that helps it stick.

What does pyorrhea mean?

noun

  1. An inflammation of the gums in which the teeth become loose; chronic periodontitis.
  2. A discharge of pus.

Words that rhyme with pyorrhea

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

thiourea

Related words

pyorrhoeaparodontitisperiodentosisperidontitisperiodontitisperiodontosisperiodontopathyparodontopathy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pyorrhea"?▾

"Pyorrhea" has 2 syllables: pyorrh · ea.

What does "pyorrhea" mean?▾

Pyorrhea: An inflammation of the gums in which the teeth become loose; chronic periodontitis.

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