How to Pronounce Iceberg

To pronounce "iceberg", say IC-eb-erg — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈaɪsbɜːɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈaɪsbɜːɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “iceberg”

"iceberg" has 3 syllables: ic-eb-erg. It rhymes with kreisberg and weisberg, if that helps it stick.

What does iceberg mean?

noun

  1. A huge mass of ocean-floating ice which has broken off a glacier or ice shelf

    “The Titanic hit an iceberg and sank.”

  2. An aloof person.

Words that rhyme with iceberg

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kreisbergweisbergweissberg

Related words

bergicewedgeicemancornertiplettucegrowler

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "iceberg"?▾

"Iceberg" has 3 syllables: ic · eb · erg.

What is the IPA transcription of "iceberg"?▾

The IPA transcription of "iceberg" is /ˈaɪsbɜːɡ/.

What does "iceberg" mean?▾

Iceberg: A huge mass of ocean-floating ice which has broken off a glacier or ice shelf

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