How to Pronounce Flyby

To pronounce "flyby", say FLYBY — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

FLYBY

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💡 Tip for remembering “flyby”

"flyby" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with wry and exemplify, if that helps it stick.

What does flyby mean?

noun

  1. A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.

    “The upcoming flyby of Halley's comet is expected to provide new information on the nature of the comet.”

  2. A low-level ceremonial flight, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade.

Synonyms

flyoverflypast

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Words that rhyme with flyby

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wryexemplifyrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycry

Related words

fly-byfly-overflyoverflypastfly-pastlfbotfbotflyer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flyby"?▾

"Flyby" has one syllable.

What does "flyby" mean?▾

Flyby: A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.

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