How to Pronounce Hydra

To pronounce "hydra", say HYDRA — one syllable, IPA /ˈhaɪdɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈhaɪdɹə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hydra”

"hydra" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with wydra, if that helps it stick.

What does hydra mean?

noun

  1. Any of several small freshwater polyps of the genus Hydra and related genera, having a naked cylindrical body and an oral opening surrounded by tentacles.
  2. A dragon-like creature with many heads and the ability to regrow them when maimed.

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Words that rhyme with hydra

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wydra

Related words

snakelerneanmultiheadedglideheadednonematichydraenid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hydra"?▾

"Hydra" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "hydra"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hydra" is /ˈhaɪdɹə/.

What does "hydra" mean?▾

Hydra: Any of several small freshwater polyps of the genus Hydra and related genera, having a naked cylindrical body and an oral opening surrounded by tentacles.

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