How to Pronounce Guineapig

To pronounce "guineapig", say GUIN-eap-ig — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

GUIN-eap-ig

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💡 Tip for remembering “guineapig”

"guineapig" has 3 syllables: guin-eap-ig.

What does guineapig mean?

noun

  1. A tailless rodent of the family Caviidae and the genus Cavia, with short ears and larger than a hamster; the species Cavia porcellus is often kept as a pet.
  2. A rodent of any of several species within the family Caviidae.

Synonyms

cavylab rat

Related words

caviinecaviaryapereaguineafowlcavyguinea-fowl

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guineapig"?▾

"Guineapig" has 3 syllables: guin · eap · ig.

What does "guineapig" mean?▾

Guineapig: A tailless rodent of the family Caviidae and the genus Cavia, with short ears and larger than a hamster; the species Cavia porcellus is often kept as a pet.

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