How to Pronounce Boxfish

To pronounce "boxfish", say BOXF-ish — 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

BOXF-ish

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💡 Tip for remembering “boxfish”

"boxfish" has 2 syllables: boxf-ish. It rhymes with foxfish, if that helps it stick.

What does boxfish mean?

noun

  1. Any of the family Ostraciidae of often colorful, squared, bony fishes.
  2. Certain species in Ostraciidae, principally in genus Ostracion.

Synonyms

cofferfish

Words that rhyme with boxfish

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

foxfish

Related words

trunkfishcowfishbatfishmoonfishbandfishchinafishostraciidboarfish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boxfish"?▾

"Boxfish" has 2 syllables: boxf · ish.

What does "boxfish" mean?▾

Boxfish: Any of the family Ostraciidae of often colorful, squared, bony fishes.

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