How to pronounce epidermis
Say it like ep-uh-DUR-mis. Epidermis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DUR).
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- ep
- uh
- DUR
- mis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epidermis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- epGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- misKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of epidermis
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ep-ih-DUR-mis.
What does epidermis mean?
- The outer, protective layer of the skin of vertebrates.
- The similar outer layer of cells in invertebrates and plants.
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Questions about saying epidermis
How do you pronounce epidermis?
Say ep-uh-DUR-mis. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛpəˈdɝmɪs/. In British English it is /ˌɛpɪˈdɜːmɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epidermis?
Epidermis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DUR). Broken into parts: ep · uh · DUR · mis.
Is epidermis pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌɛpɪˈdɜːmɪs/ (ep-ih-DUR-mis).