How to Pronounce Trochanter

To pronounce "trochanter", say TROCH-ant-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

TROCH-ant-er

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"trochanter" has 3 syllables: troch-ant-er.

What does trochanter mean?

noun

  1. In vertebrates with legs, the end of the femur near the hip joint, not including the head or neck.
  2. In some arthropods, the second segment of the leg, between the coxa and the femur.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trochanter"?▾

"Trochanter" has 3 syllables: troch · ant · er.

What does "trochanter" mean?▾

Trochanter: In vertebrates with legs, the end of the femur near the hip joint, not including the head or neck.

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