How to Pronounce Scorpionfish

To pronounce "scorpionfish", say SCORP-ionf-ish — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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12

Letters

SCORP-ionf-ish

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💡 Tip for remembering “scorpionfish”

"scorpionfish" has 3 syllables: scorp-ionf-ish.

What does scorpionfish mean?

noun

  1. Any of the family Scorpaenidae of mostly marine fish, including many of the world's most venomous species, the "sting" taking the form of sharp spines coated with venomous mucus.

Related words

scorpaenidstingfishscorpenelionfishscorpaeniformsnailfishrascasse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scorpionfish"?▾

"Scorpionfish" has 3 syllables: scorp · ionf · ish.

What does "scorpionfish" mean?▾

Scorpionfish: Any of the family Scorpaenidae of mostly marine fish, including many of the world's most venomous species, the "sting" taking the form of sharp spines coated with venomous mucus.

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