How to Pronounce Kingbird

To pronounce "kingbird", say KINGB-ird — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

KINGB-ird

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💡 Tip for remembering “kingbird”

"kingbird" has 2 syllables: kingb-ird. It rhymes with absurd and spurred, if that helps it stick.

What does kingbird mean?

noun

  1. A group of large insectivorous passerine birds of the genus Tyrannus.

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Words that rhyme with kingbird

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absurdspurredstirredconferredinterrednerddemurredpurredpreferreddeferredinferredconcurred

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kingbird"?▾

"Kingbird" has 2 syllables: kingb · ird.

What does "kingbird" mean?▾

Kingbird: A group of large insectivorous passerine birds of the genus Tyrannus.

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