How to Pronounce Spirants

To pronounce "spirants", say SPIR-ants — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SPIR-ants

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💡 Tip for remembering “spirants”

"spirants" has 2 syllables: spir-ants.

What does spirants mean?

noun

  1. A fricative.

Synonyms

fricative

Related words

fricativesoftsibilantvoicelessspirulaspirationspiracularfrench

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spirants"?▾

"Spirants" has 2 syllables: spir · ants.

What does "spirants" mean?▾

Spirants: A fricative.

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