How to Pronounce Pupae

To pronounce "pupae", say PUP-ae — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

PUP-ae

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💡 Tip for remembering “pupae”

"pupae" has 2 syllables: pup-ae. It rhymes with loopy and droopy, if that helps it stick.

What does pupae mean?

noun

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

Words that rhyme with pupae

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

loopydroopysnoopygroupiepoopygoopyroupysoupycroupycoopeewhoopiegloopy

Related words

chrysaliseslepidopterouslarvaepupationcaterpillarsinstartadpolesmolts

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pupae"?▾

"Pupae" has 2 syllables: pup · ae.

What does "pupae" mean?▾

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

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