How to Pronounce Flatfish

To pronounce "flatfish", say FLATF-ish — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈflætfɪʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈflætfɪʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flatfish”

"flatfish" has 2 syllables: flatf-ish. It rhymes with swish and whish, if that helps it stick.

What does flatfish mean?

noun

  1. A fish of the order Pleuronectiformes, the adults of which have both eyes on one side and usually swim with the other side down, such as a flounder, a halibut, or a sole.

Synonyms

pleuronectiform

Words that rhyme with flatfish

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

swishwhishdishishjellyfishcrawfishstarfishdischjewfishknish

Related words

flounderdabsolepleuronectiformplaiceplaiseanglerfishmoonfish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flatfish"?▾

"Flatfish" has 2 syllables: flatf · ish.

What is the IPA transcription of "flatfish"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flatfish" is /ˈflætfɪʃ/.

What does "flatfish" mean?▾

Flatfish: A fish of the order Pleuronectiformes, the adults of which have both eyes on one side and usually swim with the other side down, such as a flounder, a halibut, or a sole.

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