How to Pronounce Bristle

To pronounce "bristle", say BRISTL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɹɪs.l̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbɹɪs.l̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bristle”

"bristle" has 2 syllables: bristl-e. It rhymes with dismissal and gristle, if that helps it stick.

What does bristle mean?

noun

  1. A stiff or coarse hair.

    “the bristles of a pig”

  2. The hairs or other filaments that make up a brush, broom, or similar item.

verb

  1. To rise or stand erect, like bristles.
  2. Abound, to have an abundance of something

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Words that rhyme with bristle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dismissalgristlewhistlefissilemissalmisselmissileistle

Related words

burstaboundsetaawnbrushpeltpelagevibrissa

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bristle"?▾

"Bristle" has 2 syllables: bristl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "bristle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bristle" is /ˈbɹɪs.l̩/.

What does "bristle" mean?▾

Bristle: A stiff or coarse hair.

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