How to Pronounce Pfennig

To pronounce "pfennig", say PFENN-ig — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɛn.ɪɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈfɛn.ɪɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pfennig”

"pfennig" has 2 syllables: pfenn-ig. It rhymes with lenig and hennig, if that helps it stick.

What does pfennig mean?

noun

  1. One hundredth of the former German mark (Deutsche Mark).

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Words that rhyme with pfennig

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lenighenniglennigwenig

Related words

centimeeurocentone-hundredthcentfarthingpercentsilbergroschenpoint

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pfennig"?▾

"Pfennig" has 2 syllables: pfenn · ig.

What is the IPA transcription of "pfennig"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pfennig" is /ˈfɛn.ɪɡ/.

What does "pfennig" mean?▾

Pfennig: One hundredth of the former German mark (Deutsche Mark).

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