How to Pronounce Sweetbread

To pronounce "sweetbread", say SWEETBR-ead — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈswiːtbɹɛd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈswiːtbɹɛd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sweetbread”

"sweetbread" has 2 syllables: sweetbr-ead.

What does sweetbread mean?

noun

  1. The pancreas or thymus gland of an animal, especially a lamb or calf, as food.

Synonyms

belly sweetbreadgutbreadheart sweetbreadstomach sweetbreadgullet sweetbreadneck sweetbreadthroat sweetbread

Related words

broiledcreamedgutbreadgut-breadinmeatlambsowbelly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sweetbread"?▾

"Sweetbread" has 2 syllables: sweetbr · ead.

What is the IPA transcription of "sweetbread"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sweetbread" is /ˈswiːtbɹɛd/.

What does "sweetbread" mean?▾

Sweetbread: The pancreas or thymus gland of an animal, especially a lamb or calf, as food.

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