How to Pronounce Nibble

To pronounce "nibble", say NIBBL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɪbəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈnɪbəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nibble”

"nibble" has 2 syllables: nibbl-e. It rhymes with dribble and quibble, if that helps it stick.

What does nibble mean?

noun

  1. A small, quick bite taken with the front teeth.
  2. (in the plural, nibbles) Small snacks such as crisps/potato chips or nuts, often eaten to accompany drinks.

verb

  1. To eat with small, quick bites.

    “The rabbit nibbled at the lettuce.”

  2. To bite lightly.

    “He nibbled at my neck and made me shiver.”

Synonyms

piddle

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Words that rhyme with nibble

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dribblequibblescribbledibbletriblesybildibollgibblegribblehyblkibbelkibble

Related words

munchpickpiecenybblegnawbitelumpslice

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nibble"?▾

"Nibble" has 2 syllables: nibbl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "nibble"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nibble" is /ˈnɪbəl/.

What does "nibble" mean?▾

Nibble: A small, quick bite taken with the front teeth.

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