How to Pronounce Pigtail

To pronounce "pigtail", say PIGT-ail — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɪɡ.teɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɪɡ.teɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pigtail”

"pigtail" has 2 syllables: pigt-ail. It rhymes with sprigtail, if that helps it stick.

What does pigtail mean?

noun

  1. A braided plait of hair.
  2. Either of two braids or "tails" on the side of the head.

Words that rhyme with pigtail

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sprigtail

Related words

braidstentpig-tailtwistcutty-pipetailcigarettetippet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pigtail"?▾

"Pigtail" has 2 syllables: pigt · ail.

What is the IPA transcription of "pigtail"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pigtail" is /ˈpɪɡ.teɪl/.

What does "pigtail" mean?▾

Pigtail: A braided plait of hair.

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