How to Pronounce Bellyflop

To pronounce "bellyflop", say BELLYFL-op — 2 syllables. 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

BELLYFL-op

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💡 Tip for remembering “bellyflop”

"bellyflop" has 2 syllables: bellyfl-op.

What does bellyflop mean?

noun

  1. A style of diving into a body of water in which the surface impact is made mostly by one's abdomen.

verb

  1. To perform this type of dive.

Synonyms

belly flopperbelly whopbelly whopper

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bellyflop"?▾

"Bellyflop" has 2 syllables: bellyfl · op.

What does "bellyflop" mean?▾

Bellyflop: A style of diving into a body of water in which the surface impact is made mostly by one's abdomen.

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