How to Pronounce Vertebrae

To pronounce "vertebrae", say VERT-ebr-ae — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈvɝː.tə.bɹaɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈvɝː.tə.bɹaɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “vertebrae”

"vertebrae" has 3 syllables: vert-ebr-ae. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does vertebrae mean?

noun

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

Synonyms

spondyle

Words that rhyme with vertebrae

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

backbonecervicalnecksacralspinalspinevertebral

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vertebrae"?▾

"Vertebrae" has 3 syllables: vert · ebr · ae.

What is the IPA transcription of "vertebrae"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vertebrae" is /ˈvɝː.tə.bɹaɪ/.

What does "vertebrae" mean?▾

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

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