How to Pronounce Cheetahs

To pronounce "cheetahs", say CHEET-ahs — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

CHEET-ahs

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💡 Tip for remembering “cheetahs”

"cheetahs" has 2 syllables: cheet-ahs. It rhymes with fajitas, if that helps it stick.

What does cheetahs mean?

noun

  1. A distinctive member (Acinonyx jubatus) of the cat family, slightly smaller than the leopard, but with proportionately longer limbs and a smaller head. It is native to Africa and also credited with being the fastest terrestrial animal.

Synonyms

hunting cathunting leopard

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Words that rhyme with cheetahs

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fajitas

Related words

chetahacinonyxleopardscheyenneshyenasleopardfelinescoyotes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cheetahs"?▾

"Cheetahs" has 2 syllables: cheet · ahs.

What does "cheetahs" mean?▾

Cheetahs: A distinctive member (Acinonyx jubatus) of the cat family, slightly smaller than the leopard, but with proportionately longer limbs and a smaller head. It is native to Africa and also credited with being the fastest terrestrial animal.

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