How to pronounce labrum
Say it like LAY-brum. Labrum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- brum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Labrum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- brumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of labrum
American and British speakers say labrum in essentially the same way: /ˈleɪbrəm/ in the US and /ˈleɪbrəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAY-brum.
What does labrum mean?
- The uppermost of the mouthparts (trophi) of a typical insect, such as a cockroach. Typically resembles an upper lip and forms part of the roof of the mouth in such insects.
- Any of several lip-like projections.
- A large basin of warm water, with an overhanging lip, in a Roman bath.
Where does labrum come from?
From Latin labrum (“lip”).
Questions about saying labrum
How do you pronounce labrum?
Say LAY-brum. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪbrəm/. In British English it is /ˈleɪbrəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in labrum?
Labrum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · brum.
Do Americans and Brits say labrum the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈleɪbrəm/ and the British form is /ˈleɪbrəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.