How to Pronounce Pyrexia

To pronounce "pyrexia", say PYREX-ia — 2 syllables, IPA /pɪˈrɛk.si.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/pɪˈrɛk.si.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pyrexia”

"pyrexia" has 2 syllables: pyrex-ia.

What does pyrexia mean?

noun

  1. Fever.
  2. Trench fever.

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Related words

febricityfeverishnessfeverapyrexiahyperpyrexiapyrogenesispseudofeverhypopyrexia

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pyrexia"?▾

"Pyrexia" has 2 syllables: pyrex · ia.

What is the IPA transcription of "pyrexia"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pyrexia" is /pɪˈrɛk.si.ə/.

What does "pyrexia" mean?▾

Pyrexia: Fever.

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