How to Pronounce Flotilla

To pronounce "flotilla", say FLOT-ill-a — 3 syllables, IPA /floʊˈtɪlə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/floʊˈtɪlə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flotilla”

"flotilla" has 3 syllables: flot-ill-a. It rhymes with scintilla and guerrilla, if that helps it stick.

What does flotilla mean?

noun

  1. A small fleet of warships (usually of the same class), or a fleet of small ships.

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Words that rhyme with flotilla

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scintillaguerrillamanilamaxillaattilascillaguerillapsyllacyrillamillapilaumanzanilla

Related words

convoyarmadafleetshipdetachmentsomebodyfleetesubfleet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flotilla"?▾

"Flotilla" has 3 syllables: flot · ill · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "flotilla"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flotilla" is /floʊˈtɪlə/.

What does "flotilla" mean?▾

Flotilla: A small fleet of warships (usually of the same class), or a fleet of small ships.

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