How to Pronounce Meerkats

To pronounce "meerkats", say MEERK-ats — 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

MEERK-ats

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💡 Tip for remembering “meerkats”

"meerkats" has 2 syllables: meerk-ats.

What does meerkats mean?

noun

  1. Suricata suricatta, a small carnivorous mammal of the mongoose family, from the Kalahari Desert, known for its habit of standing on its hind legs.

Synonyms

suricate

Related words

mierkatsuricatababoonsmandrillshipposechidnassifakahedgehogs

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "meerkats"?▾

"Meerkats" has 2 syllables: meerk · ats.

What does "meerkats" mean?▾

Meerkats: Suricata suricatta, a small carnivorous mammal of the mongoose family, from the Kalahari Desert, known for its habit of standing on its hind legs.

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