How to Pronounce Barbel

To pronounce "barbel", say BARB-el — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɑːbəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈbɑːbəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “barbel”

"barbel" has 2 syllables: barb-el.

What does barbel mean?

noun

  1. A freshwater fish of the genus Barbus or other closely related genera.
  2. Whisker-like sensory organs, located around the mouth of certain fish, including catfish, carp, goatfish, sturgeon, and some types of shark.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "barbel"?▾

"Barbel" has 2 syllables: barb · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "barbel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "barbel" is /ˈbɑːbəl/.

What does "barbel" mean?▾

Barbel: A freshwater fish of the genus Barbus or other closely related genera.

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