How to Pronounce Pilchard

To pronounce "pilchard", say PILCH-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɪl.tʃəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɪl.tʃəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pilchard”

"pilchard" has 2 syllables: pilch-ard.

What does pilchard mean?

noun

  1. Any of various small oily fish related to herrings, family Clupeidae.

Synonyms

sardine

Related words

sardinefisherypilcherpillyherringspratfairmaid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pilchard"?▾

"Pilchard" has 2 syllables: pilch · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "pilchard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pilchard" is /ˈpɪl.tʃəd/.

What does "pilchard" mean?▾

Pilchard: Any of various small oily fish related to herrings, family Clupeidae.

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