How to Pronounce Cowbird

To pronounce "cowbird", say COWB-ird — 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

COWB-ird

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💡 Tip for remembering “cowbird”

"cowbird" has 2 syllables: cowb-ird.

What does cowbird mean?

noun

  1. Any bird of the genus Molothrus. The cowbirds are brood parasites.

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How many syllables are in "cowbird"?▾

"Cowbird" has 2 syllables: cowb · ird.

What does "cowbird" mean?▾

Cowbird: Any bird of the genus Molothrus. The cowbirds are brood parasites.

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