How to Pronounce Varicella

To pronounce "varicella", say VAR-ic-ell-a — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

VAR-ic-ell-a

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💡 Tip for remembering “varicella”

"varicella" has 4 syllables: var-ic-ell-a.

What does varicella mean?

noun

  1. Chickenpox
  2. Any of various other eruptive diseases, such as swinepox, hives and varioloid.

Related words

chickenpoxdiseasechickensickzosterchicken-poxshingles

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How many syllables are in "varicella"?▾

"Varicella" has 4 syllables: var · ic · ell · a.

What does "varicella" mean?▾

Varicella: Chickenpox

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