How to Pronounce Mackerel

To pronounce "mackerel", say MACK-er-el — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmækɹəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈmækɹəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mackerel”

"mackerel" has 3 syllables: mack-er-el. It rhymes with wackerle, if that helps it stick.

What does mackerel mean?

noun

  1. An edible fish of the family Scombridae, often speckled.

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Words that rhyme with mackerel

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wackerle

Related words

herringkingfishfishbloodpimpblackpeking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mackerel"?▾

"Mackerel" has 3 syllables: mack · er · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "mackerel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mackerel" is /ˈmækɹəl/.

What does "mackerel" mean?▾

Mackerel: An edible fish of the family Scombridae, often speckled.

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