How to Pronounce Xiphoid

To pronounce "xiphoid", say XIPH-oid — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈzɪfɔɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈzɪfɔɪd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “xiphoid”

"xiphoid" has 2 syllables: xiph-oid. It rhymes with scaphoid, if that helps it stick.

What does xiphoid mean?

noun

  1. The xiphoid process.

adjective

  1. Shaped like a sword, ensiform.
  2. Of or relating to the xiphisternum.

Words that rhyme with xiphoid

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scaphoid

Related words

xiphiiformselliformanguilliformscoleciformsiphoniformhamiformforficiformsqualiform

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "xiphoid"?▾

"Xiphoid" has 2 syllables: xiph · oid.

What is the IPA transcription of "xiphoid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "xiphoid" is /ˈzɪfɔɪd/.

What does "xiphoid" mean?▾

Xiphoid: The xiphoid process.

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