How to Pronounce Fisherfolk

To pronounce "fisherfolk", say FISH-erf-olk — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfɪʃə(ɹ)foʊk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈfɪʃə(ɹ)foʊk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fisherfolk”

"fisherfolk" has 3 syllables: fish-erf-olk.

What does fisherfolk mean?

noun

  1. People who fish for a living.
  2. Members of a culture that is dominated by fishing.

Related words

fishermanfisherfishinganglerharvesterfishermenfishersfisherwoman

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fisherfolk"?▾

"Fisherfolk" has 3 syllables: fish · erf · olk.

What is the IPA transcription of "fisherfolk"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fisherfolk" is /ˈfɪʃə(ɹ)foʊk/.

What does "fisherfolk" mean?▾

Fisherfolk: People who fish for a living.

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