How to Pronounce Sulcus

To pronounce "sulcus", say SULC-us — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsʌl.kəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsʌl.kəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sulcus”

"sulcus" has 2 syllables: sulc-us. It rhymes with ulcus and yarmulkes, if that helps it stick.

What does sulcus mean?

noun

  1. A furrow or groove in an organ or a tissue.
  2. Any of the grooves that mark the convolutions of the surface of the brain.

Synonyms

fissure

Words that rhyme with sulcus

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ulcusyarmulkes

Related words

intraparietalvocalisgingivolabialcentralisfissureclefttrenchditch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sulcus"?▾

"Sulcus" has 2 syllables: sulc · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "sulcus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sulcus" is /ˈsʌl.kəs/.

What does "sulcus" mean?▾

Sulcus: A furrow or groove in an organ or a tissue.

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