How to Pronounce Pimpernel

To pronounce "pimpernel", say PIMP-ern-el — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɪmpənɛl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɪmpənɛl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pimpernel”

"pimpernel" has 3 syllables: pimp-ern-el.

What does pimpernel mean?

noun

  1. A plant of the genus Pimpinella, especially burnet saxifrage, Pimpinella saxifraga.
  2. Any of various plants of the genus Anagallis, having small red, white or purple flowers, especially the scarlet pimpernel, Anagallis arvensis.

Related words

pimpinelwink-a-peepwincopipe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pimpernel"?▾

"Pimpernel" has 3 syllables: pimp · ern · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "pimpernel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pimpernel" is /ˈpɪmpənɛl/.

What does "pimpernel" mean?▾

Pimpernel: A plant of the genus Pimpinella, especially burnet saxifrage, Pimpinella saxifraga.

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