How to Pronounce Mayflies

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

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Syllables

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Letters

MAYFL-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “mayflies”

"mayflies" has 2 syllables: mayfl-ies.

What does mayflies mean?

noun

  1. Any of the many fragile insects of the order Ephemeroptera that develop in fresh water and live very briefly as winged adults.

Synonyms

shadflydayflyephemerid

Related words

ephemeridaephemeridaeephemeropteradragonfliessawfliesstonefly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mayflies"?▾

"Mayflies" has 2 syllables: mayfl · ies.

What does "mayflies" mean?▾

Mayflies: Any of the many fragile insects of the order Ephemeroptera that develop in fresh water and live very briefly as winged adults.

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