How to Pronounce Prehensile

To pronounce "prehensile", say PREH-ens-il-e — 4 syllables, IPA /pɹɪˈhɛn.saɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

prehensile

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/pɹɪˈhɛn.saɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “prehensile”

"prehensile" has 4 syllables: preh-ens-il-e.

What does prehensile mean?

adjective

  1. Able to take hold of and clasp objects; adapted for grasping especially by wrapping around an object.

    “Some monkeys have prehensile tails which they use to pick things up.”

Related words

grabbygraspinggreedyavariciousacquisitivecovetousintelligentprehensory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prehensile"?▾

"Prehensile" has 4 syllables: preh · ens · il · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "prehensile"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prehensile" is /pɹɪˈhɛn.saɪl/.

What does "prehensile" mean?▾

Prehensile: Able to take hold of and clasp objects; adapted for grasping especially by wrapping around an object.

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