How to Pronounce Lampreys

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

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LAMPR-eys

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💡 Tip for remembering “lampreys”

"lampreys" has 2 syllables: lampr-eys. It rhymes with lampris, if that helps it stick.

What does lampreys mean?

noun

  1. Any long slender primitive eel-like freshwater and saltwater fish of the order Petromyzontiformes, having a sucking mouth with rasping teeth but no jaw.

Words that rhyme with lampreys

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lampris

Related words

eelspetromyzontidaestreamslanternfishlizardfishhagfish

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How many syllables are in "lampreys"?▾

"Lampreys" has 2 syllables: lampr · eys.

What does "lampreys" mean?▾

Lampreys: Any long slender primitive eel-like freshwater and saltwater fish of the order Petromyzontiformes, having a sucking mouth with rasping teeth but no jaw.

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