How to Pronounce Mealworm

To pronounce "mealworm", say MEALW-orm — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmiːlˌwɜː(ɹ)m/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈmiːlˌwɜː(ɹ)m/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mealworm”

"mealworm" has 2 syllables: mealw-orm. It rhymes with eelworm, if that helps it stick.

What does mealworm mean?

noun

  1. The larval stage of the mealworm beetle (Tenebrio molitor), a species of darkling beetle..

Words that rhyme with mealworm

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eelworm

Related words

mealbeetlebasketwormwirewormwoodworminchwormcaterpillarsuperworm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mealworm"?▾

"Mealworm" has 2 syllables: mealw · orm.

What is the IPA transcription of "mealworm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mealworm" is /ˈmiːlˌwɜː(ɹ)m/.

What does "mealworm" mean?▾

Mealworm: The larval stage of the mealworm beetle (Tenebrio molitor), a species of darkling beetle..

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