How to Pronounce Riffle

To pronounce "riffle", say RIFFL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪfəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹɪfəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “riffle”

"riffle" has 2 syllables: riffl-e. It rhymes with sniffle and stifel, if that helps it stick.

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

What does riffle mean?

noun

  1. A swift, shallow part of a stream causing broken water.
  2. A succession of small waves.

verb

  1. To flow over a swift, shallow part of a stream.
  2. To ruffle with a rippling action.

Words that rhyme with riffle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snifflestifelbiffleriffelstiffel

Related words

ripplingripplewaveletundulateruffleflipflickleaf

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "riffle"?▾

"Riffle" has 2 syllables: riffl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "riffle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "riffle" is /ˈɹɪfəl/.

What does "riffle" mean?▾

Riffle: A swift, shallow part of a stream causing broken water.

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