How to Pronounce Hippo

To pronounce "hippo", say HIPP-o — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɪpəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈhɪpəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hippo”

"hippo" has 2 syllables: hipp-o. It rhymes with gyppo and zippo, if that helps it stick.

What does hippo mean?

noun

  1. A large, semi-aquatic, herbivorous (plant-eating) African mammal (Hippopotamus amphibius)

Synonyms

hipporiver horse

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Words that rhyme with hippo

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gyppozippolipo-jippoflippogrippolipposanfilippo

Related words

hippopotamuscowhippiemobilehippodamehippeushippotamushipparchhipper

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hippo"?▾

"Hippo" has 2 syllables: hipp · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "hippo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hippo" is /ˈhɪpəʊ/.

What does "hippo" mean?▾

Hippo: A large, semi-aquatic, herbivorous (plant-eating) African mammal (Hippopotamus amphibius)

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