How to Pronounce Petroglyphs

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

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2

Syllables

11

Letters

PETR-oglyphs

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💡 Tip for remembering “petroglyphs”

"petroglyphs" has 2 syllables: petr-oglyphs. It rhymes with sniffs and hieroglyphs, if that helps it stick.

What does petroglyphs mean?

noun

  1. A rock carving, especially one made in prehistoric times.

Words that rhyme with petroglyphs

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sniffshieroglyphsgiftsstiffsfifthsthriftstiffsbiffsdiffsmiffsskiffsfyffes

Related words

peckedpictographspetrographypetrographicengravingspictographcarvingsinscriptions

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "petroglyphs"?▾

"Petroglyphs" has 2 syllables: petr · oglyphs.

What does "petroglyphs" mean?▾

Petroglyphs: A rock carving, especially one made in prehistoric times.

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