How to Pronounce Pupa

To pronounce "pupa", say PUP-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpjuːpə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈpjuːpə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pupa”

"pupa" has 2 syllables: pup-a. It rhymes with stupa and lupa, if that helps it stick.

What does pupa mean?

noun

  1. An insect in the development stage between larva and adult.

Words that rhyme with pupa

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stupalupachalupahsupakroupakrupa

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pupa"?▾

"Pupa" has 2 syllables: pup · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "pupa"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pupa" is /ˈpjuːpə/.

What does "pupa" mean?▾

Pupa: An insect in the development stage between larva and adult.

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