How to Pronounce Anhinga

To pronounce "anhinga", say ANH-ing-a — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

ANH-ing-a

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"anhinga" has 3 syllables: anh-ing-a.

What does anhinga mean?

noun

  1. A fish-eating bird (Anhinga anhinga) of North America with a thin, pointed bill and a long, thin neck.

noun

  1. One who darts, or who throws darts; that which darts.
  2. Any member of the family Anhingidae, waterbirds with long necks.

Synonyms

American darterAmerican snakebirdwater turkeymeadowhawksnakebird

Related words

snakebirddarterant-tanagerdarnerplotid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anhinga"?▾

"Anhinga" has 3 syllables: anh · ing · a.

What does "anhinga" mean?▾

Anhinga: A fish-eating bird (Anhinga anhinga) of North America with a thin, pointed bill and a long, thin neck.

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