How to Pronounce Symbiosis

To pronounce "symbiosis", say SYMBIOS-is — 2 syllables, IPA /sɪmbaɪˈoʊsɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/sɪmbaɪˈoʊsɪs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “symbiosis”

"symbiosis" has 2 syllables: symbios-is. It rhymes with apotheosis and prognosis, if that helps it stick.

What does symbiosis mean?

noun

  1. A relationship of mutual benefit, especially among different species.
  2. A close, prolonged association between two or more organisms of different species, regardless of benefit to the members.

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Words that rhyme with symbiosis

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apotheosisprognosissclerosisneurosispsychosisosmosisdiagnosisnecrosisthrombosisacidosisarteriosclerosisactinomycosis

Related words

rhizobiumsynergyinterdependenceassociationcollaborationharmonymutualismsysbiosis

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "symbiosis"?▾

"Symbiosis" has 2 syllables: symbios · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "symbiosis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "symbiosis" is /sɪmbaɪˈoʊsɪs/.

What does "symbiosis" mean?▾

Symbiosis: A relationship of mutual benefit, especially among different species.

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