How to Pronounce Spiracles

To pronounce "spiracles", say SPIR-acl-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

SPIR-acl-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “spiracles”

"spiracles" has 3 syllables: spir-acl-es. It rhymes with miracles, if that helps it stick.

What does spiracles mean?

noun

  1. A pore or opening used (especially by arthropods and some fish) for respiration.
  2. The blowhole of a whale, dolphin or other similar species.

Words that rhyme with spiracles

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miracles

Related words

nostrilsauriclesspirantsspirillaspiriferspirulagillsspiration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spiracles"?▾

"Spiracles" has 3 syllables: spir · acl · es.

What does "spiracles" mean?▾

Spiracles: A pore or opening used (especially by arthropods and some fish) for respiration.

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