How to Pronounce Firebugs

To pronounce "firebugs", say FIR-eb-ugs — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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FIR-eb-ugs

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💡 Tip for remembering “firebugs”

"firebugs" has 3 syllables: fir-eb-ugs.

What does firebugs mean?

noun

  1. Pyrrhocoris apterus, a common red and black insect, that is the type species of the family Pyrrhocoridae.
  2. A pyromaniac or arsonist.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "firebugs"?▾

"Firebugs" has 3 syllables: fir · eb · ugs.

What does "firebugs" mean?▾

Firebugs: Pyrrhocoris apterus, a common red and black insect, that is the type species of the family Pyrrhocoridae.

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