How to Pronounce Thymus

To pronounce "thymus", say THYMUS — one syllable, IPA /ˈθaɪməs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈθaɪməs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “thymus”

"thymus" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with timeous and limous, if that helps it stick.

What does thymus mean?

noun

  1. A ductless gland, consisting mainly of lymphatic tissue, located behind the top of the breastbone. It is most active during puberty, after which it shrinks in size. It plays an important role in the development of the immune system and produces lymphocytes.

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Words that rhyme with thymus

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timeouslimouschymoustimoussimousmimusrimouscymousimacsimusprimus

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thymus"?▾

"Thymus" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "thymus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thymus" is /ˈθaɪməs/.

What does "thymus" mean?▾

Thymus: A ductless gland, consisting mainly of lymphatic tissue, located behind the top of the breastbone. It is most active during puberty, after which it shrinks in size. It plays an important role in the development of the immune system and produces lymphocytes.

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