How to Pronounce Terraform

To pronounce "terraform", say TERR-af-orm — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

TERR-af-orm

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💡 Tip for remembering “terraform”

"terraform" has 3 syllables: terr-af-orm. It rhymes with aeriform, if that helps it stick.

What does terraform mean?

verb

  1. To transform the atmosphere (or biosphere) of another planet into one having the characteristics of Earth.

Synonyms

Earthscape

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Words that rhyme with terraform

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aeriform

Related words

marsformterrestrializeterrestrialisetransnatureanthropizetransfiguretropicalisemartianize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "terraform"?▾

"Terraform" has 3 syllables: terr · af · orm.

What does "terraform" mean?▾

Terraform: To transform the atmosphere (or biosphere) of another planet into one having the characteristics of Earth.

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