How to Pronounce Silverback

To pronounce "silverback", say SILV-erb-ack — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SILV-erb-ack

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💡 Tip for remembering “silverback”

"silverback" has 3 syllables: silv-erb-ack.

What does silverback mean?

noun

  1. A mature male of the several species of chimpanzees and gorillas, so named from the silver streaking on its back.
  2. (by extension) A dominant older human male.

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How many syllables are in "silverback"?▾

"Silverback" has 3 syllables: silv · erb · ack.

What does "silverback" mean?▾

Silverback: A mature male of the several species of chimpanzees and gorillas, so named from the silver streaking on its back.

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