How to Pronounce Clownfish

To pronounce "clownfish", say CLOWNF-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

CLOWNF-ish

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💡 Tip for remembering “clownfish”

"clownfish" has 2 syllables: clownf-ish.

What does clownfish mean?

noun

  1. Any of colorful fish of the genera Amphiprion and Premnas in the subfamily Amphiprioninae, native to the Pacific and Indian Oceans, notable for their mutual relationship with sea anemones.

Synonyms

anemonefish

Related words

anemonefishclownboxfishpomacentridangelfishhawkfishfanfishpomacanthid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clownfish"?▾

"Clownfish" has 2 syllables: clownf · ish.

What does "clownfish" mean?▾

Clownfish: Any of colorful fish of the genera Amphiprion and Premnas in the subfamily Amphiprioninae, native to the Pacific and Indian Oceans, notable for their mutual relationship with sea anemones.

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