How to Pronounce Mongooses

To pronounce "mongooses", say MONG-oos-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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MONG-oos-es

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"mongooses" has 3 syllables: mong-oos-es.

What does mongooses mean?

noun

  1. Any of several species of generalist predatory Carnivores in the family Herpestidae; the various species range in size from rats to large cats. The Indian mongoose is noted as a predator of venomous snakes, though other mongoose species have similar habits.
  2. Any species of Malagasy mongoose; only distantly related to the Herpestidae, these are members of the family Eupleridae; they resemble mongooses in appearance and habits, but have larger ears and ringed tails.

Related words

bandedherpestesbabirusamantidsanteatersrheasbushbuck

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How many syllables are in "mongooses"?▾

"Mongooses" has 3 syllables: mong · oos · es.

What does "mongooses" mean?▾

Mongooses: Any of several species of generalist predatory Carnivores in the family Herpestidae; the various species range in size from rats to large cats. The Indian mongoose is noted as a predator of venomous snakes, though other mongoose species have similar habits.

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