How to Pronounce Pebbles

To pronounce "pebbles", say PEBBL-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛbəlz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɛbəlz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pebbles”

"pebbles" has 2 syllables: pebbl-es. It rhymes with trebles and febles, if that helps it stick.

What does pebbles mean?

noun

  1. A small stone, especially one rounded by the action of water.
  2. A particle from 4 to 64 mm in diameter, following the Wentworth scale.

verb

  1. To pave with pebbles.
  2. To deposit water droplets on the ice.

    “to pebble the ice between games”

Synonyms

cube powderprismatic powder

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Words that rhyme with pebbles

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treblesfeblesrebels

Related words

bouldersclastscobblescrumbsembersgravelsrocksrollers

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pebbles"?▾

"Pebbles" has 2 syllables: pebbl · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "pebbles"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pebbles" is /ˈpɛbəlz/.

What does "pebbles" mean?▾

Pebbles: A small stone, especially one rounded by the action of water.

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