To pronounce "squamous", say SQUAM-ous — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskweɪ.məs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈskweɪ.məs/
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"squamous" has 2 syllables: squam-ous. It rhymes with commis and promise, if that helps it stick.
adjective
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Squamous" has 2 syllables: squam · ous.
The IPA transcription of "squamous" is /ˈskweɪ.məs/.
Squamous: Covered with, made of, or resembling scales; scaly.
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