How to Pronounce Stapes

To pronounce "stapes", say STAP-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsteɪ.piz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsteɪ.piz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stapes”

"stapes" has 2 syllables: stap-es. It rhymes with traipse and drapes, if that helps it stick.

What does stapes mean?

noun

  1. A small stirrup-shaped bone of the middle ear.

Synonyms

stirrup

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Words that rhyme with stapes

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traipsedrapesgapesrapesgrapesapestapesscrapesshapestrapescapesescapes

Related words

stirrupcapitulumgusherfootplatestapediusstapedectomyextrastapesstapedotomy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stapes"?▾

"Stapes" has 2 syllables: stap · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "stapes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stapes" is /ˈsteɪ.piz/.

What does "stapes" mean?▾

Stapes: A small stirrup-shaped bone of the middle ear.

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