How to Pronounce Sandpiper

To pronounce "sandpiper", say SANDP-ip-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsænd.paɪpə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈsænd.paɪpə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sandpiper”

"sandpiper" has 3 syllables: sandp-ip-er.

What does sandpiper mean?

noun

  1. Any of various small wading birds of the family Scolopacidae.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sandpiper"?▾

"Sandpiper" has 3 syllables: sandp · ip · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "sandpiper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sandpiper" is /ˈsænd.paɪpə/.

What does "sandpiper" mean?▾

Sandpiper: Any of various small wading birds of the family Scolopacidae.

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