How to Pronounce Springtails

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

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Letters

SPRINGT-ails

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💡 Tip for remembering “springtails”

"springtails" has 2 syllables: springt-ails.

What does springtails mean?

noun

  1. Any of various wingless hexapods, of the subclass Collembola, with spring-like legs.

Related words

collembolaninsectivoresphalaropescollembolamantids

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How many syllables are in "springtails"?▾

"Springtails" has 2 syllables: springt · ails.

What does "springtails" mean?▾

Springtails: Any of various wingless hexapods, of the subclass Collembola, with spring-like legs.

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