How to Pronounce Species

To pronounce "species", say SPEC-ies — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈspiːsiːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈspiːsiːz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “species”

"species" has 2 syllables: spec-ies.

What does species mean?

noun

  1. Type or kind. (Compare race.)

    “the male species”

  2. An image, an appearance, a spectacle.

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Related words

varietyinterspeciesinterspecifictaxonspeciationgenussubspeciesendangered

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "species"?▾

"Species" has 2 syllables: spec · ies.

What is the IPA transcription of "species"?▾

The IPA transcription of "species" is /ˈspiːsiːz/.

What does "species" mean?▾

Species: Type or kind. (Compare race.)

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