How to Pronounce Variolous

To pronounce "variolous", say VAR-iol-ous — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

VAR-iol-ous

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💡 Tip for remembering “variolous”

"variolous" has 3 syllables: var-iol-ous. It rhymes with oriolus, if that helps it stick.

What does variolous mean?

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to smallpox.

Synonyms

variolarvariolic

Words that rhyme with variolous

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oriolus

Related words

poxviralvaricellousvarioliticvirologicvaricellarvirologicalvaccinalviroidal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "variolous"?▾

"Variolous" has 3 syllables: var · iol · ous.

What does "variolous" mean?▾

Variolous: Of or pertaining to smallpox.

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