How to Pronounce Speleothem

To pronounce "speleothem", say SPEL-eoth-em — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

SPEL-eoth-em

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💡 Tip for remembering “speleothem”

"speleothem" has 3 syllables: spel-eoth-em.

What does speleothem mean?

noun

  1. Any secondary mineral, deposited in a natural cave by the action of water.

Synonyms

cave formation

Related words

calcitespeleothermspeleogenesiscalthemiteflowstonestalagmitestalactitehelictite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "speleothem"?▾

"Speleothem" has 3 syllables: spel · eoth · em.

What does "speleothem" mean?▾

Speleothem: Any secondary mineral, deposited in a natural cave by the action of water.

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