Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

-curium

/ˈkjʊɹ.i.əm/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 1.65 in modern English

Syllables: -curi-um
IPA: /ˈkjʊɹ.i.əm/

10

Scrabble Score

6

Letters

3

Syllables

5

Unique Chars

Meaning

suffix

Used to form names of curare-like substances, neuromuscular blocking agents with rigid structure.

Etymology

From cur(are) + -ium (“quaternary ammonium compound”).

Regional Pronunciation

American English: /ˈkjʊɹ.i.əm/
British English: /ˈkjʊə.ɹi.əm/

Phrases

-curonium

Frequently Paired Words

-curonium

Questions

How do you pronounce -curium?: The recorded pronunciation is /ˈkjʊɹ.i.əm/.
What does -curium mean?: Used to form names of curare-like substances, neuromuscular blocking agents with rigid structure.
Where does -curium come from?: From cur(are) + -ium (“quaternary ammonium compound”).

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