How to Pronounce Collywobbles

To pronounce "collywobbles", say COLLYW-obbl-es — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒliˌwɒbl̩z/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˈkɒliˌwɒbl̩z/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “collywobbles”

"collywobbles" has 3 syllables: collyw-obbl-es.

What does collywobbles mean?

noun

  1. Stomachache or stomach upset.

    “Petunia's off school today with a touch of the collywobbles.”

  2. Anxiety, fear, uneasiness.

    “I don't like walking through the forest at night. It gives me the collywobbles.”

Synonyms

butterfliescreepsheebie-jeebieswilliesmulligrubs

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "collywobbles"?▾

"Collywobbles" has 3 syllables: collyw · obbl · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "collywobbles"?▾

The IPA transcription of "collywobbles" is /ˈkɒliˌwɒbl̩z/.

What does "collywobbles" mean?▾

Collywobbles: Stomachache or stomach upset.

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