How to Pronounce Pygmy

To pronounce "pygmy", say PYGMY — one syllable, IPA /pɪɡmiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/pɪɡmiː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pygmy”

"pygmy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with pigmy, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: pigmy — easy to mix up when writing.

What does pygmy mean?

noun

  1. (often capitalized) A member of one of various Ancient Equatorial African tribal peoples, notable for their very short stature.
  2. A member of a race of dwarfs.

adjective

  1. Relating or belonging to the Pygmy people.
  2. Like a pygmy; unusually short or small for its kind.

Synonyms

dwarfmidgetdwarfishpygmyish

Antonyms

ettingiant

Words that rhyme with pygmy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pigmy

Related words

pigmydwarfdarterchimpanzeestingeriguanaweemarmosets

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pygmy"?▾

"Pygmy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pygmy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pygmy" is /pɪɡmiː/.

What does "pygmy" mean?▾

Pygmy: (often capitalized) A member of one of various Ancient Equatorial African tribal peoples, notable for their very short stature.

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