How to Pronounce Nib

To pronounce "nib", say NIB — one syllable, IPA /nɪb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/nɪb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nib”

"nib" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with glib and rib, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: nibbe — easy to mix up when writing.

What does nib mean?

noun

  1. The tip of a pen or tool that touches the surface, transferring ink to paper.
  2. The bill or beak of a bird; the neb.

verb

  1. To fit (a pen) with a nib.

Synonyms

thole

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Words that rhyme with nib

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

glibribcribbibjiblibgibtribkibbemibad-lib

Related words

billbeaknebpenpointgnignpgdpnbi

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nib"?▾

"Nib" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "nib"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nib" is /nɪb/.

What does "nib" mean?▾

Nib: The tip of a pen or tool that touches the surface, transferring ink to paper.

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