How to Pronounce Dolphin

To pronounce "dolphin", say DOLPH-in — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɒlfɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdɒlfɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dolphin”

"dolphin" has 2 syllables: dolph-in.

What does dolphin mean?

noun

  1. A carnivorous aquatic mammal in one of several families of order Cetacea, famed for its intelligence and occasional willingness to approach humans.
  2. A fish, the mahi-mahi or dorado, Coryphaena hippurus, with a dorsal fin that runs the length of the body, also known for iridescent coloration.

Synonyms

mereswinesea goosesea pig

Related words

mahimahidolphinfishbottlenosetunadelphindauphinstrikerheir

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dolphin"?▾

"Dolphin" has 2 syllables: dolph · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "dolphin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dolphin" is /ˈdɒlfɪn/.

What does "dolphin" mean?▾

Dolphin: A carnivorous aquatic mammal in one of several families of order Cetacea, famed for its intelligence and occasional willingness to approach humans.

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