How to Pronounce Raspberry

To pronounce "raspberry", say RASPB-erry — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɑːzbɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɹɑːzbɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “raspberry”

"raspberry" has 2 syllables: raspb-erry. It rhymes with extraordinary and contemporary, if that helps it stick.

What does raspberry mean?

noun

  1. The plant Rubus idaeus.
  2. Any of many other (but not all) species in the genus Rubus.

verb

  1. To gather or forage for raspberries.

adjective

  1. Containing or having the flavor/flavour of raspberries.
  2. Of a dark pinkish red.

Synonyms

hindberryraspis

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Words that rhyme with raspberry

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extraordinarycontemporarycontrarysanctuarysolitaryarbitrarywaryordinarytarryemissarycarryancillary

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "raspberry"?▾

"Raspberry" has 2 syllables: raspb · erry.

What is the IPA transcription of "raspberry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "raspberry" is /ˈɹɑːzbɹi/.

What does "raspberry" mean?▾

Raspberry: The plant Rubus idaeus.

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