How to Pronounce Ribbit

To pronounce "ribbit", say RIBB-it — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪbət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹɪbət/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ribbit”

"ribbit" has 2 syllables: ribb-it. It rhymes with exhibit and inhibit, if that helps it stick.

What does ribbit mean?

noun

  1. The vocal sound made by a frog or toad.

verb

  1. To make the sound of a frog or toad.

interjection

  1. The vocal sound made by a frog or toad.

    “The students fell momentarily silent while he finished writing on the board. Then, "Ribbit!"”

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Words that rhyme with ribbit

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exhibitinhibitprohibithibbetttibbetttribbett

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ribbit"?▾

"Ribbit" has 2 syllables: ribb · it.

What is the IPA transcription of "ribbit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ribbit" is /ˈɹɪbət/.

What does "ribbit" mean?▾

Ribbit: The vocal sound made by a frog or toad.

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