How to Pronounce Sphygmograph

To pronounce "sphygmograph", say SPHYGMOGR-aph — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsfɪɡmɵɡɹæf/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˈsfɪɡmɵɡɹæf/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sphygmograph”

"sphygmograph" has 2 syllables: sphygmogr-aph.

What does sphygmograph mean?

noun

  1. A mechanical device used to measure blood pressure and pulse.

Related words

sphygmomanometersphygmographysphygmoscopepulsimetersphygmophonesphygmomanometrepansphygmographsphygmomanometry

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sphygmograph"?▾

"Sphygmograph" has 2 syllables: sphygmogr · aph.

What is the IPA transcription of "sphygmograph"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sphygmograph" is /ˈsfɪɡmɵɡɹæf/.

What does "sphygmograph" mean?▾

Sphygmograph: A mechanical device used to measure blood pressure and pulse.

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