How to Pronounce Teratology

To pronounce "teratology", say TER-at-ol-ogy — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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TER-at-ol-ogy

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💡 Tip for remembering “teratology”

"teratology" has 4 syllables: ter-at-ol-ogy. It rhymes with erotology and geratology, if that helps it stick.

What does teratology mean?

noun

  1. The study of teratogenesis, congenital malformations or grossly deformed individuals.
  2. The study of the mechanisms, teratogenic agents, or teratogens, in bringing about malformations.

Words that rhyme with teratology

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erotologygeratology

Related words

tocologytokologysomatologyfetologytocologisttenontologytraumatologyuterology

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "teratology"?▾

"Teratology" has 4 syllables: ter · at · ol · ogy.

What does "teratology" mean?▾

Teratology: The study of teratogenesis, congenital malformations or grossly deformed individuals.

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