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How to Pronounce “semelparous” in English

/ˈsɛməlpərəs/

SE·mel·pa·rous

Stress: se

Accent:

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IPA/ˈsɛməlpərəs/
Syllablesse·mel·pa·rous
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What does “semelparous” mean?

ADJECTIVE
  • Reproducing only once in a lifetime.

Example sentences

  • Examples of semelparous animals include gypsy moths, mayflies, and marsupial mice.

Common phrases

semelparous animals

How to pronounce “semelparous

Syllables:
se · mel · pa · rous
Stress:
se — say this syllable louder and longer.
IPA:
/ˈsɛməlpərəs/
Listen for:
the stressed /se/ in the clips above — notice how surrounding sounds blend in natural speech.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce “semelparous”?

“semelparous” is pronounced /ˈsɛməlpərəs/ (se · mel · pa · rous). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.

How many syllables are in “semelparous”?

“semelparous” has 4 syllables: se · mel · pa · rous.

Where is the stress in “semelparous”?

The primary stress in “semelparous” is on “SE”. Listen for that stressed syllable in the clips above.

What does “semelparous” mean?

Reproducing only once in a lifetime.

How can I hear “semelparous” used in real sentences?

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