How to Pronounce Scissortail

To pronounce "scissortail", say SCISS-ort-ail — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

SCISS-ort-ail

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💡 Tip for remembering “scissortail”

"scissortail" has 3 syllables: sciss-ort-ail.

What does scissortail mean?

noun

  1. A bird, the scissor-tailed flycatcher.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scissortail"?▾

"Scissortail" has 3 syllables: sciss · ort · ail.

What does "scissortail" mean?▾

Scissortail: A bird, the scissor-tailed flycatcher.

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