How to pronounce epiphora
Say it like ih-PIF-uh-ruh. Epiphora has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PIF).
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- ih
- PIF
- uh
- ruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epiphora pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of epiphora
American and British speakers say epiphora in essentially the same way: /ɪˈpɪfərə/ in the US and /ɪˈpɪfərə/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-PIF-uh-ruh.
What does epiphora mean?
- epistrophe
- Excessive tear production usually a result from an irritation of the eye.
- Any member of the species Polystachya (syn. Epiphora) of yellowspike orchids, of tropical and subtropical environments worldwide.
Questions about saying epiphora
How do you pronounce epiphora?
Say ih-PIF-uh-ruh. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈpɪfərə/. In British English it is /ɪˈpɪfərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epiphora?
Epiphora has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PIF). Broken into parts: ih · PIF · uh · ruh.
Do Americans and Brits say epiphora the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈpɪfərə/ and the British form is /ɪˈpɪfərə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.