How to Pronounce Bible

To pronounce "bible", say BIBL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbaɪbəl/. 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

/ˈbaɪbəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bible”

"bible" has 2 syllables: bibl-e. It rhymes with libel and tribal, if that helps it stick.

What does bible mean?

noun

  1. An exemplar of the Bible.
  2. A comprehensive manual that describes something. (e.g., handyman’s bible).

noun

  1. A piece of soft sandstone used for scouring the wooden decks of ships, usually with sand and seawater.
  2. A stone with a naturally-formed hole, used by Yorkshiremen for good luck.

Synonyms

fardelmanypliesomasumpsalteriumlucky stonebible

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Words that rhyme with bible

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libeltribalthibleintertribalsiblewrybillscribalpibaldeibeldiblegeibelheibel

Related words

scripturewordgospelbiblicaltorahsacred

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bible"?▾

"Bible" has 2 syllables: bibl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "bible"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bible" is /ˈbaɪbəl/.

What does "bible" mean?▾

Bible: An exemplar of the Bible.

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