How to Pronounce Vitreous

To pronounce "vitreous", say VITR-eous — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈvɪ.tɹi.əs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈvɪ.tɹi.əs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vitreous”

"vitreous" has 2 syllables: vitr-eous.

What does vitreous mean?

noun

  1. (by elision) The vitreous humor.

adjective

  1. Of or resembling glass; glassy.
  2. Of or relating to the vitreous humor of the eye.

Antonyms

resinous

Related words

vitrifiedglassyshinyglazedflintglassfluorophotometrylustre

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vitreous"?▾

"Vitreous" has 2 syllables: vitr · eous.

What is the IPA transcription of "vitreous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vitreous" is /ˈvɪ.tɹi.əs/.

What does "vitreous" mean?▾

Vitreous: (by elision) The vitreous humor.

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