How to Pronounce Grackle

To pronounce "grackle", say GRACKL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡɹækəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡɹækəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “grackle”

"grackle" has 2 syllables: grackl-e. It rhymes with cackle and ramshackle, if that helps it stick.

What does grackle mean?

noun

  1. Any of several American blackbirds of the genus Quiscalus, and related genera, having iridescent plumage.
  2. (formerly) Any of several Asian myna birds of the genus Gracula.

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Words that rhyme with grackle

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cackleramshackletackletabernaclecracklejackalshacklehacklequackleracalunshacklemackle

Related words

dawgrakleboattailplague

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grackle"?▾

"Grackle" has 2 syllables: grackl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "grackle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grackle" is /ˈɡɹækəl/.

What does "grackle" mean?▾

Grackle: Any of several American blackbirds of the genus Quiscalus, and related genera, having iridescent plumage.

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