How to Pronounce Sticklebacks

To pronounce "sticklebacks", say STICKL-eb-acks — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

STICKL-eb-acks

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"sticklebacks" has 3 syllables: stickl-eb-acks.

What does sticklebacks mean?

noun

  1. Any one of numerous species of small fish of the family Gasterosteidae. The back is armed with two or more sharp spines. They inhabit both salt and brackish water, and construct nests from weeds.

Synonyms

sharplingsticklebag

Related words

pricklebackformsgasterosteidaepricklesspinedspinesthornscichlids

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sticklebacks"?▾

"Sticklebacks" has 3 syllables: stickl · eb · acks.

What does "sticklebacks" mean?▾

Sticklebacks: Any one of numerous species of small fish of the family Gasterosteidae. The back is armed with two or more sharp spines. They inhabit both salt and brackish water, and construct nests from weeds.

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