To pronounce "tonsillectomies", say TONS-ill-ect-om-ies — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"tonsillectomies" has 5 syllables: tons-ill-ect-om-ies. It rhymes with mastectomies and appendectomies, if that helps it stick.
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"Tonsillectomies" has 5 syllables: tons · ill · ect · om · ies.
Tonsillectomies: The surgical removal of the tonsils, especially the palatine tonsils. Frequently accompanied by an adenoidectomy.
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