How to Pronounce Amphibious

To pronounce "amphibious", say AMPH-ib-ious — 3 syllables, IPA /[æmˈfɪbi.əs]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/[æmˈfɪbi.əs]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “amphibious”

"amphibious" has 3 syllables: amph-ib-ious.

What does amphibious mean?

adjective

  1. Capable of functioning on land or in water.
  2. Occurring on both land and water.

    “an amphibious attack”

Related words

amphibiansemiaquaticamphibioticlandingomniphibiouswadeablesubmersibleboatable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "amphibious"?▾

"Amphibious" has 3 syllables: amph · ib · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "amphibious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "amphibious" is /[æmˈfɪbi.əs]/.

What does "amphibious" mean?▾

Amphibious: Capable of functioning on land or in water.

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