Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

Questions

What does sphen- mean?
Alternative form of spheno- (“wedge”).
Where does sphen- come from?
It is traced to Ancient Greek.

How to pronounce sphen-

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “sphen-”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “sphen-”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “sphen-” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.