How to Pronounce Vertebra

To pronounce "vertebra", say VERT-ebr-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈvɜːtɪbɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈvɜːtɪbɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vertebra”

"vertebra" has 3 syllables: vert-ebr-a.

What does vertebra mean?

noun

  1. Any of the small bones which make up the backbone.

Synonyms

spondyle

Related words

spinespondyleparasparagraphscentrumbackboneatlas

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vertebra"?▾

"Vertebra" has 3 syllables: vert · ebr · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "vertebra"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vertebra" is /ˈvɜːtɪbɹə/.

What does "vertebra" mean?▾

Vertebra: Any of the small bones which make up the backbone.

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