How to Pronounce Pawpaw

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

PAWP-aw

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💡 Tip for remembering “pawpaw”

"pawpaw" has 2 syllables: pawp-aw. It rhymes with papaw, if that helps it stick.

What does pawpaw mean?

noun

  1. Any of several types of trees having edible fruit:
  2. The fruit of these trees.

Words that rhyme with pawpaw

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papaw

Related words

papawpapayapapaiaasimina

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pawpaw"?▾

"Pawpaw" has 2 syllables: pawp · aw.

What does "pawpaw" mean?▾

Pawpaw: Any of several types of trees having edible fruit:

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