How to Pronounce Barracuda

To pronounce "barracuda", say BARR-ac-ud-a — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌbæɹəˈkuːdə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌbæɹəˈkuːdə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “barracuda”

"barracuda" has 4 syllables: barr-ac-ud-a. It rhymes with doodah and uhde, if that helps it stick.

What does barracuda mean?

noun

  1. Any large marine fish of the genus Sphyraena that have elongated bodies, a projecting lower jaw, displaying prominent fang-shaped teeth, and are aggressive predators.
  2. One who uses harsh or predatory means to compete.

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Words that rhyme with barracuda

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doodahuhdebuddhanerudacernudaarrudabarbudabermuda

Related words

sphyraenidtigerfishbarracudinabarracoutabarracootabarramundi

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "barracuda"?▾

"Barracuda" has 4 syllables: barr · ac · ud · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "barracuda"?▾

The IPA transcription of "barracuda" is /ˌbæɹəˈkuːdə/.

What does "barracuda" mean?▾

Barracuda: Any large marine fish of the genus Sphyraena that have elongated bodies, a projecting lower jaw, displaying prominent fang-shaped teeth, and are aggressive predators.

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