How to Pronounce Nightjars

To pronounce "nightjars", say NIGHTJ-ars — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

NIGHTJ-ars

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"nightjars" has 2 syllables: nightj-ars.

What does nightjars mean?

noun

  1. Any of various medium-sized nocturnal birds of the family Caprimulgidae, that feed predominantly on moths and other large flying insects.

Related words

caprimulgidgoatsuckercurlewshornbillsredshankwagtailsgreenshankavocets

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How many syllables are in "nightjars"?▾

"Nightjars" has 2 syllables: nightj · ars.

What does "nightjars" mean?▾

Nightjars: Any of various medium-sized nocturnal birds of the family Caprimulgidae, that feed predominantly on moths and other large flying insects.

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