How to Pronounce Taphonomy

To pronounce "taphonomy", say TAPH-on-omy — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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TAPH-on-omy

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💡 Tip for remembering “taphonomy”

"taphonomy" has 3 syllables: taph-on-omy.

What does taphonomy mean?

noun

  1. The study of the fate of the remains of organisms after they die, especially the study of fossilization.

Related words

taphologytaphonomisttaphologistfossilologytombologytaphophiliafossilogyfossilism

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How many syllables are in "taphonomy"?▾

"Taphonomy" has 3 syllables: taph · on · omy.

What does "taphonomy" mean?▾

Taphonomy: The study of the fate of the remains of organisms after they die, especially the study of fossilization.

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