How to Pronounce Strawberry

To pronounce "strawberry", say STRAWB-erry — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈstɹɔːb(ə)ɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈstɹɔːb(ə)ɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “strawberry”

"strawberry" has 2 syllables: strawb-erry. It rhymes with extraordinary and contemporary, if that helps it stick.

What does strawberry mean?

noun

The sweet, usually red, edible fruit of certain plants of the genus Fragaria.
“They went to pick strawberries today.”
Any plant of the genus Fragaria (that bears such fruit).
“She has the best strawberry patch I've ever seen.”

verb

To gather strawberries.
To turn a dark pinkish-red.

adjective

Containing or having the flavor of strawberries.
“I'd like a large strawberry shake.”
Flavored with ethyl methylphenylglycidate, an artificial compound which is said to resemble the taste of strawberries.

Synonyms

earthberry

Words that rhyme with strawberry

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "strawberry"?▾

"Strawberry" has 2 syllables: strawb · erry.

What is the IPA transcription of "strawberry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "strawberry" is /ˈstɹɔːb(ə)ɹi/.

What does "strawberry" mean?▾

Strawberry: The sweet, usually red, edible fruit of certain plants of the genus Fragaria.

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