How to Pronounce Flibbertigibbet

To pronounce "flibbertigibbet", say FLIBB-ert-ig-ibb-et — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌflɪbətiˈdʒɪbɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

15

Letters

/ˌflɪbətiˈdʒɪbɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “flibbertigibbet”

"flibbertigibbet" has 5 syllables: flibb-ert-ig-ibb-et.

What does flibbertigibbet mean?

noun

  1. An offbeat, skittish person; especially said of a young woman.
  2. A flighty person; someone regarded as silly, irresponsible, or scatterbrained, especially someone who chatters or gossips.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flibbertigibbet"?▾

"Flibbertigibbet" has 5 syllables: flibb · ert · ig · ibb · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "flibbertigibbet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flibbertigibbet" is /ˌflɪbətiˈdʒɪbɪt/.

What does "flibbertigibbet" mean?▾

Flibbertigibbet: An offbeat, skittish person; especially said of a young woman.

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