How to Pronounce Tetrapod

To pronounce "tetrapod", say TETR-ap-od — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

TETR-ap-od

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💡 Tip for remembering “tetrapod”

"tetrapod" has 3 syllables: tetr-ap-od.

What does tetrapod mean?

noun

  1. Any vertebrate with four limbs.
  2. Any vertebrate (such as birds or snakes) that has evolved from early tetrapods; especially any member of the superclass Tetrapoda

adjective

  1. Having four limbs or feet

Synonyms

tetrapous

Related words

quadrupedtetradactylanimaltetrapodomorphprototetrapodnontetrapodtetradecapodfour-legged

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tetrapod"?▾

"Tetrapod" has 3 syllables: tetr · ap · od.

What does "tetrapod" mean?▾

Tetrapod: Any vertebrate with four limbs.

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