How to Pronounce Samphire

To pronounce "samphire", say SAMPH-ir-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsæm.faɪ.ə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsæm.faɪ.ə(ɹ)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “samphire”

"samphire" has 3 syllables: samph-ir-e.

What does samphire mean?

noun

  1. One of several salt-tolerant plants, some edible

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How many syllables are in "samphire"?▾

"Samphire" has 3 syllables: samph · ir · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "samphire"?▾

The IPA transcription of "samphire" is /ˈsæm.faɪ.ə(ɹ)/.

What does "samphire" mean?▾

Samphire: One of several salt-tolerant plants, some edible

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