How to Pronounce Ulna

To pronounce "ulna", say ULN-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʌlnə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈʌlnə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ulna”

"ulna" has 2 syllables: uln-a.

What does ulna mean?

noun

  1. The bone of the forearm that extends from the elbow to the wrist on the side opposite to the thumb, corresponding to the fibula of the hind limb. Also, the corresponding bone in the forelimb of any vertebrate.

Synonyms

elbow bone

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ulna"?▾

"Ulna" has 2 syllables: uln · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "ulna"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ulna" is /ˈʌlnə/.

What does "ulna" mean?▾

Ulna: The bone of the forearm that extends from the elbow to the wrist on the side opposite to the thumb, corresponding to the fibula of the hind limb. Also, the corresponding bone in the forelimb of any vertebrate.

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