How to Pronounce Shipwreck

To pronounce "shipwreck", say SHIPWR-eck — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʃɪpɹɛk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈʃɪpɹɛk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shipwreck”

"shipwreck" has 2 syllables: shipwr-eck.

What does shipwreck mean?

noun

  1. A ship that has sunk or run aground so that it is no longer seaworthy.
  2. An event where a ship sinks or runs aground.

verb

  1. To wreck a boat through a collision or mishap.

Synonyms

shipbreach

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shipwreck"?▾

"Shipwreck" has 2 syllables: shipwr · eck.

What is the IPA transcription of "shipwreck"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shipwreck" is /ˈʃɪpɹɛk/.

What does "shipwreck" mean?▾

Shipwreck: A ship that has sunk or run aground so that it is no longer seaworthy.

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